The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) in Kota Baharu, Malaysia is 9,710 kilometers (6,033 miles / 5,243 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 277°.

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 Malaysia. 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 15:49 in Apia, it's 10:49 in Kota Baharu. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Kota Baharu (KBR) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 104° (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 Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.