The flight distance from Ainsworth Regional Airport (ANW) in Ainsworth, United States to Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa is 9,632 kilometers (5,985 miles / 5,201 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 248°.

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 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 18:50 in Ainsworth, it's 12:50 in Apia. With a 18-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 2,531 feet between the two airports. Faleolo International Airport sits lower than Ainsworth Regional Airport.

The return flight from Apia (APW) to Ainsworth (ANW) follows a heading of 45° (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 Ainsworth Regional Airport (ANW) and Faleolo International Airport (APW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.