The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Ulan-Ude Airport (Mukhino) (UUD) in Ulan Ude, Russia is 10,577 kilometers (6,572 miles / 5,711 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.

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 Russia. 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 16:01 in Apia, it's 11:01 in Ulan Ude. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,632 feet between the two airports. Ulan-Ude Airport (Mukhino) sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Ulan Ude (UUD) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 106° (east southeast). 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 Ulan-Ude Airport (Mukhino) (UUD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.