The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to La Desirade Airport (DSD) in Grande Anse, GP is 12,629 kilometers (7,848 miles / 6,819 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.

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 GP. 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 12:11 in Apia, it's 19:11 in Grande Anse. With a 17-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 Grande Anse (DSD) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 262° (west). 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 La Desirade Airport (DSD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.