The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Andapa Airport (ZWA) in Andapa Airport, Madagascar is 14,447 kilometers (8,977 miles / 7,801 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west southwest at a heading of 237°.

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 Madagascar. 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 09:44 in Apia, it's 23:44 in Andapa 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 1,494 feet between the two airports. Andapa Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Andapa Airport (ZWA) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 123° (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 Andapa Airport (ZWA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.