The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Campo de Marte Airport (SAO) in Sao Paulo, Brazil is 12,769 kilometers (7,935 miles / 6,895 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying southeast at a heading of 125°.

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 Brazil. 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 16:26 in Apia, it's 00:26 in Sao Paulo. With a 16-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 2,310 feet between the two airports. Campo de Marte Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Sao Paulo (SAO) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 241° (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 Campo de Marte Airport (SAO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.