The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Palonegro Airport (BGA) in Bucaramanga, Colombia is 11,145 kilometers (6,925 miles / 6,018 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east at a heading of 85°.

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 Samoa with Colombia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:33 in Apia, it's 17:33 in Bucaramanga. 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 3,839 feet between the two airports. Palonegro Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Bucaramanga (BGA) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 257° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Faleolo International Airport (APW) and Palonegro Airport (BGA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.