The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Mazar I Sharif Airport (MZR) in Mazar I Sharif Airport, Afghanistan is 13,651 kilometers (8,482 miles / 7,371 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:10 in Apia, it's 12:40 in Mazar I Sharif Airport. With a 8.5-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 1,226 feet between the two airports. Mazar I Sharif Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Mazar I Sharif Airport (MZR) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 83° (east). 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 Mazar I Sharif Airport (MZR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.