The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) in Palmdale, United States is 7,834 kilometers (4,868 miles / 4,230 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Samoa with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:55 in Apia, it's 10:55 in Palmdale. With a 21-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 2,485 feet between the two airports. Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Palmdale (PMD) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 236° (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 Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.