Airport Comparison
Menggala-Sumatra Island (AKQ) to Apia (APW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Menggala Airport (AKQ) in Menggala-Sumatra Island, Indonesia to Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa is 9,109 kilometers (5,660 miles / 4,919 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 103°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Indonesia with Samoa. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:50 in Menggala-Sumatra Island, it's 15:50 in Apia. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Apia (APW) to Menggala-Sumatra Island (AKQ) follows a heading of 267° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Menggala Airport (AKQ) and Faleolo International Airport (APW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.