The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Sulayel Airport (SLF) in Sulayel Airport, Saudi Arabia is 15,959 kilometers (9,916 miles / 8,617 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west northwest at a heading of 286°.

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 Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:48 in Apia, it's 02:48 in Sulayel Airport. With a 10-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 1,963 feet between the two airports. Sulayel Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Sulayel Airport (SLF) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 86° (east). 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 Sulayel Airport (SLF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.