The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Ladysmith Airport (LAY) in Ladysmith, South Africa is 14,751 kilometers (9,166 miles / 7,965 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying south southwest at a heading of 206°.

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 South Africa. 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 16:03 in Apia, it's 05:03 in Ladysmith. 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 3,490 feet between the two airports. Ladysmith Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Ladysmith (LAY) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 151° (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 Ladysmith Airport (LAY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.