The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Maio Airport (MMO) in Vila do Maio, Cape Verde is 16,656 kilometers (10,349 miles / 8,993 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east at a heading of 84°.

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 Cape Verde. 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 18:12 in Apia, it's 04:12 in Vila do Maio. With a 14-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 Vila do Maio (MMO) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 268° (west). 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 Maio Airport (MMO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.