The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) in Lubbock, United States is 9,104 kilometers (5,657 miles / 4,916 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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 12:20 in Apia, it's 18:20 in Lubbock. With a 18-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 3,224 feet between the two airports. Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Lubbock (LBB) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 247° (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 Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.