The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Rafha Domestic Airport (RAH) in Rafha, Saudi Arabia is 15,972 kilometers (9,925 miles / 8,624 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

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 Saudi Arabia. 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 15:03 in Apia, it's 05:03 in Rafha. With a 10-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 1,416 feet between the two airports. Rafha Domestic Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Rafha (RAH) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 72° (east 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 Rafha Domestic Airport (RAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.