The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Coronel E Carvajal Airport (XMS) in Macas, Ecuador is 10,366 kilometers (6,441 miles / 5,597 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 93°.

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 Ecuador. 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 09:55 in Apia, it's 15:55 in Macas. With a 18-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 3,394 feet between the two airports. Coronel E Carvajal Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Macas (XMS) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 256° (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 Coronel E Carvajal Airport (XMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.