The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Makurdi Airport (MDI) in Makurdi, Nigeria is 19,330 kilometers (12,011 miles / 10,437 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying south at a heading of 186°.

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 Nigeria. 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 10:30 in Apia, it's 22:30 in Makurdi. With a 12-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 Makurdi (MDI) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 174° (south). 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 Makurdi Airport (MDI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.