The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) in Rioja, Peru is 10,367 kilometers (6,442 miles / 5,598 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 97°.

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 Peru. 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 15:19 in Apia, it's 21:19 in Rioja. 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 2,649 feet between the two airports. Juan Simons Vela Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Rioja (RIJ) 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 Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.