The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Richmond Municipal Airport (RID) in Richmond, United States is 10,748 kilometers (6,679 miles / 5,804 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.

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 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 23:46 in Apia, it's 06:46 in Richmond. With a 17-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 1,082 feet between the two airports. Richmond Municipal Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Richmond (RID) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 258° (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 Richmond Municipal Airport (RID) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.