Airport Comparison
Apia (APW) to Lipjan (PRN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Pristina International Airport (PRN) in Lipjan, Kosovo is 16,583 kilometers (10,304 miles / 8,954 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.
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 Kosovo. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:08 in Apia, it's 21:08 in Lipjan. With a 12-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 1,731 feet between the two airports. Pristina International Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.
The return flight from Lipjan (PRN) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 25° (north northeast). 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 Pristina International Airport (PRN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.