The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Grootfontein Airport (GFY) in Grootfontein, Namibia is 16,136 kilometers (10,026 miles / 8,713 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying south southwest at a heading of 197°.

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 Namibia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:01 in Apia, it's 01:01 in Grootfontein. With a 11-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 4,578 feet between the two airports. Grootfontein Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Grootfontein (GFY) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 163° (south 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 Grootfontein Airport (GFY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.