Airport Comparison
| APW | BIF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Faleolo International Airport | Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport |
| IATA Code | APW | BIF |
| ICAO Code | NSFA | KBIF |
| City | Apia | Fort Bliss/El Paso/ |
| Country | Samoa | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Apia | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 58 ft | 3,947 ft |
| Coordinates | -13.830000, -172.010000 | 31.850000, -106.380000 |
Apia (APW) to Fort Bliss/El Paso/ (BIF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport (BIF) in Fort Bliss/El Paso/, United States is 8,632 kilometers (5,364 miles / 4,661 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.
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 Samoa with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:32 in Apia, it's 06:32 in Fort Bliss/El Paso/. 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 3,889 feet between the two airports. Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.
The return flight from Fort Bliss/El Paso/ (BIF) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 245° (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 Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport (BIF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.