The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Mbarara Airport (MBQ) in Mbarara, Uganda is 17,055 kilometers (10,598 miles / 9,209 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying west southwest at a heading of 239°.

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 Uganda. 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 15:44 in Apia, it's 05:44 in Mbarara. With a 10-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 4,542 feet between the two airports. Mbarara Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Mbarara (MBQ) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 124° (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 Mbarara Airport (MBQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.