The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field (GPZ) in Grand Rapids, United States is 10,287 kilometers (6,392 miles / 5,555 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

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 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 23:50 in Apia, it's 04:50 in Grand Rapids. With a 19-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 1,298 feet between the two airports. Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Grand Rapids (GPZ) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 252° (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 Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field (GPZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.