Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Faleolo Airport (APW): what you need to know
Apia's timezone is UTC+14, making Apia three hours ahead of Sydney.
Give yourself enough time to make your SYD to APW flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Faleolo Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SYD and APW:
Nadi International Airport
Auckland Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Faleolo Airport (APW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Faleolo Airport flight is 215 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 404 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYD to APW if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Faleolo Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SYD to APW.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights that leave from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Faleolo Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to SYD:
Arriving at Faleolo Airport (APW)
Arriving on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Faleolo Airport flight? Collect your bags and go directly to a nearby hotel. Two options close to APW are Transit Motel and Sheraton Samoa Beach Resort.
Travel beyond Apia and head to places that many travellers miss with your own set of wheels. You can book a Faleolo Airport rental car from popular providers like Hertz or Budget.
Booking your vehicle from Faleolo Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Faleolo Airport (APW) to central Apia
Faleolo Airport to the centre of Apia has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
When to fly to Faleolo Airport (APW)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Faleolo Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Apia. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Faleolo Airport for March if you want to explore Apia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SYD to APW in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Samoa
Take your travels further and experience more of Samoa. Mulifanua is around 23 kilometres west of Apia and has no shortage of exciting things to do, including Cape Fatuosofia Beach.
Another favourite destination in Samoa, Solosolo is located around 18 kilometres east of Apia. Be sure to visit highlights including Utumau'u.