The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Banja Luka International Airport (BNX) in Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina is 16,446 kilometers (10,219 miles / 8,880 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:11 in Apia, it's 05:11 in Banja Luka. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Banja Luka (BNX) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 17° (north 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 Faleolo International Airport (APW) and Banja Luka International Airport (BNX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.