The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Melchor de Mencos Airport (MCR) in Melchor de Mencos, Guatemala is 9,719 kilometers (6,039 miles / 5,248 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 72°.

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 Guatemala. 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 00:23 in Apia, it's 05:23 in Melchor de Mencos. With a 19-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 4,612 feet between the two airports. Melchor de Mencos Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Melchor de Mencos (MCR) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 255° (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 Melchor de Mencos Airport (MCR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.