APW
Apia
Samoa
8,819 km
5,480 miles
GJT
Grand Junction
United States
Distance
8,819 km
5,480 mi / 4,762 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-20h
Pacific/Apia
Heading
45°
northeast

Airport Comparison

APW GJT
Airport Name Faleolo International Airport Grand Junction Regional Airport
IATA Code APW GJT
ICAO Code NSFA KGJT
City Apia Grand Junction
Country Samoa United States
Timezone Pacific/Apia America/Denver
Elevation 58 ft 4,861 ft
Coordinates -13.830000, -172.010000 39.120000, -108.530000

Apia (APW) to Grand Junction (GJT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) in Grand Junction, United States is 8,819 kilometers (5,480 miles / 4,762 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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 09:46 in Apia, it's 13:46 in Grand Junction. 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 4,803 feet between the two airports. Grand Junction Regional Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Grand Junction (GJT) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 242° (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 Junction Regional Airport (GJT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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