Travelling from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Faleolo Airport (APW): what you need to know
The timezone in Apia is UTC+14, which is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Darwin.
Your DRW to APW flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to explore a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Darwin International Airport to Faleolo Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Brisbane Airport is a well-known stop between DRW and APW.
How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Faleolo Airport (APW)
Currently, ر.ق. 2,563 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Darwin International Airport to Faleolo Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 4,426. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from DRW to APW, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Darwin International Airport to Faleolo Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Darwin International Airport to Faleolo Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Darwin International Airport (DRW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Darwin International Airport, data shows 73.13% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Darwin International Airport from central Darwin, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near DRW. Whether you've booked an early flight from Darwin International Airport to Faleolo Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Faleolo Airport (APW)
Stay moments from the tarmac if you're getting in on a late Darwin International Airport to Faleolo Airport flight. Transit Motel is one option close to APW. Or check in and recharge your batteries at Sheraton Samoa Beach Resort before continuing to your final destination.
Book a Faleolo Airport rental car and check out destinations off the typical tourist track. Hertz and Budget can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Apia and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Faleolo Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Faleolo Airport (APW) to central Apia
From Faleolo Airport, Apia is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Faleolo Airport (APW)
June is the most popular month for flights from Darwin International Airport to Faleolo Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Apia in February.
Lock in your flight from Darwin International Airport to Faleolo Airport for March if you want to go to Apia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 29ºC.
August has average temperatures of between 23ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap tickets from DRW to APW sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Samoa
Keep seeking out new experiences and dive deeper into Samoa. Mulifanua is around 23 kilometres west of Apia and is full of exciting things to do, including Cape Fatuosofia Beach.
Any trip to Samoa wouldn't be complete without a stop in Solosolo. Utumau'u is a highlight in this destination, which is about 18 kilometres east of Apia.
