The flight distance from Alamogordo-White Sands Regional Airport (ALM) in Alamogordo, United States to Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa is 8,712 kilometers (5,413 miles / 4,704 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 245°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Samoa. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:20 in Alamogordo, it's 18:20 in Apia. With a 20-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,142 feet between the two airports. Faleolo International Airport sits lower than Alamogordo-White Sands Regional Airport.

The return flight from Apia (APW) to Alamogordo (ALM) follows a heading of 52° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Alamogordo-White Sands Regional Airport (ALM) and Faleolo International Airport (APW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.