The flight distance from Animas Air Park (AMK) in Durango, United States to Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa is 8,771 kilometers (5,450 miles / 4,736 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 243°.

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 05:02 in Durango, it's 01:02 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 6,626 feet between the two airports. Faleolo International Airport sits lower than Animas Air Park. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Apia (APW) to Durango (AMK) follows a heading of 47° (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 Animas Air Park (AMK) and Faleolo International Airport (APW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.