The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Hwange Airport (WKI) in Hwange, Zimbabwe is 15,900 kilometers (9,880 miles / 8,585 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying south southwest at a heading of 210°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:46 in Apia, it's 23:46 in Hwange. With a 11-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 2,442 feet between the two airports. Hwange Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Hwange (WKI) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 149° (south 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 Hwange Airport (WKI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.