Airport Comparison
Apia (APW) to Shell Mera (PTZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) in Shell Mera, Ecuador is 10,394 kilometers (6,458 miles / 5,612 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 92°.
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 Ecuador. 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 13:52 in Apia, it's 19:52 in Shell Mera. With a 18-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 3,407 feet between the two airports. Rio Amazonas Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.
The return flight from Shell Mera (PTZ) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 256° (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 Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.