The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport (LMR) in Lime Acres, South Africa is 15,038 kilometers (9,344 miles / 8,120 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south southwest at a heading of 199°.

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 15:41 in Apia, it's 04:41 in Lime Acres. 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 4,842 feet between the two airports. Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Lime Acres (LMR) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 158° (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 Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport (LMR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.