Airport Comparison
Apia (APW) to Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) in Santiago de Compostela, Spain is 16,421 kilometers (10,204 miles / 8,867 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north northeast at a heading of 23°.
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 Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:33 in Apia, it's 01:33 in Santiago de Compostela. With a 12-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 1,155 feet between the two airports. Santiago de Compostela Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.
The return flight from Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 329° (north northwest). 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 Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.