The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Fuvahmulah Airport (FVM) in Fuvahmulah Island, Maldives is 12,644 kilometers (7,857 miles / 6,827 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 263°.

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 Maldives. 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 16:34 in Apia, it's 08:34 in Fuvahmulah Island. With a 8-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 Fuvahmulah Island (FVM) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 105° (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 Fuvahmulah Airport (FVM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.