Airport Comparison
Apia (APW) to Chiang Mai (CNX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) in Chiang Mai, Thailand is 10,399 kilometers (6,461 miles / 5,615 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west northwest at a heading of 288°.
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 Thailand. 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 21:34 in Apia, it's 15:34 in Chiang Mai. 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.
The return flight from Chiang Mai (CNX) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 103° (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 Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.