The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Malanje Airport (MEG) in Malanje, Angola is 17,260 kilometers (10,725 miles / 9,320 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south southwest at a heading of 200°.

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 Angola. 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 08:53 in Apia, it's 20:53 in Malanje. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,810 feet between the two airports. Malanje Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Malanje (MEG) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 160° (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 Malanje Airport (MEG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.