The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Maquinchao Airport (MQD) in Maquinchao, Argentina is 10,074 kilometers (6,260 miles / 5,439 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southeast at a heading of 133°.

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 Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:51 in Apia, it's 20:51 in Maquinchao. With a 16-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 2,854 feet between the two airports. Maquinchao Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Maquinchao (MQD) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 251° (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 Maquinchao Airport (MQD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.