The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Alberto Carnevalli Airport (MRD) in Merida, Venezuela is 11,397 kilometers (7,082 miles / 6,154 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, 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 Venezuela. 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 17:20 in Apia, it's 00:20 in Merida. With a 17-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 4,949 feet between the two airports. Alberto Carnevalli Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Merida (MRD) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 258° (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 Alberto Carnevalli Airport (MRD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.