The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Buon Ma Thuot Airport (BMV) in Buon Ma Thuot, Vietnam is 9,278 kilometers (5,765 miles / 5,010 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 285°.

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 Vietnam. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:08 in Apia, it's 09:08 in Buon Ma Thuot. With a 6-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 1,671 feet between the two airports. Buon Ma Thuot Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Buon Ma Thuot (BMV) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 106° (east southeast). 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 Buon Ma Thuot Airport (BMV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.