The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) in Gran Canaria Island, Spain is 17,133 kilometers (10,646 miles / 9,251 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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 Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:41 in Apia, it's 07:41 in Gran Canaria Island. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Gran Canaria Island (LPA) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 298° (west northwest). 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 Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.