The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Laughlin Afb Airport (DLF) in Del Rio, United States is 9,015 kilometers (5,602 miles / 4,868 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.

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 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 03:36 in Apia, it's 08:36 in Del Rio. With a 19-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 1,024 feet between the two airports. Laughlin Afb Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Del Rio (DLF) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 249° (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 Laughlin Afb Airport (DLF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.