The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Ponta Grossa Airport (PGZ) in Ponta Grossa, Brazil is 12,369 kilometers (7,686 miles / 6,679 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying southeast at a heading of 124°.

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 Brazil. 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 08:50 in Apia, it's 16:50 in Ponta Grossa. 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 2,530 feet between the two airports. Ponta Grossa Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Ponta Grossa (PGZ) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 242° (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 Ponta Grossa Airport (PGZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.