The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Grand Canyon Ntl Park Airport (GCN) in Grand Canyon, United States is 8,369 kilometers (5,200 miles / 4,519 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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 14:30 in Apia, it's 18:30 in Grand Canyon. With a 20-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 6,551 feet between the two airports. Grand Canyon Ntl Park Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Grand Canyon (GCN) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 240° (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 Grand Canyon Ntl Park Airport (GCN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.