The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Juan Jose Rondon Airport (RON) in Paipa, Colombia is 11,118 kilometers (6,909 miles / 6,003 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east at a heading of 86°.

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 Colombia. 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 05:47 in Apia, it's 11:47 in Paipa. 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 8,147 feet between the two airports. Juan Jose Rondon Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Paipa (RON) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 257° (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 Jose Rondon Airport (RON) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.