The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Donaldson Airport (YAU) in Kattiniq, Canada is 11,816 kilometers (7,342 miles / 6,380 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:11 in Apia, it's 23:11 in Kattiniq. With a 17-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 1,844 feet between the two airports. Donaldson Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Kattiniq (YAU) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 271° (west). 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 Donaldson Airport (YAU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.