Sailing Times and Distances for American Samoa
Sailing across the South Pacific? See if the rugged coastlines and lush peaks of American Samoa can be added to your voyage with this guide to sailing times and distances.
Whether you're cruising through on a Transpacific route or planning a stop in this secluded paradise, we've got all the info you need to navigate the waters around Tutuila and its neighbouring islands.
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About Sailing to American Samoa
American Samoa's official port of entry for yachts is Pago Pago Harbor on the island of Tutuila.
All arriving vessels must notify Port Administration and Customs at least 48 hours in advance and submit relevant entry documentation, including a Customs Declaration and Crew List. Upon arrival, yachts will be boarded for clearance by Health, Customs and Immigration authorities.
Most nationalities entering by sea are granted a 30-day permit on arrival LINK#TT044, with extensions available upon request.
Yachts must officially clear out at Pago Pago before departing American Samoa.
Check out Sailing Guide to American Samoa: Tips for Yachting in American Samoa LINK#T014 for full procedures, anchorage info and local regulations.
Sailing Times and Distances in the South Pacific to American Samoa
The South Pacific is a beloved playground for sailors, with crossings between island nations often taking less than a week. American Samoa sits along major cruising routes between Samoa, Tonga, Fiji, Niue, and French Polynesia.
So how long does it take to sail to American Samoa from other Pacific nations like Fiji, Tonga and New Zealand? Here are approximate distances and sailing times, calculated using an average cruising speed of 10 knots.
- Samoa to American Samoa: 69 nautical miles / 7 hours
- Tokelau to American Samoa: 214 nautical miles / 21 hours
- Wallis and Futuna to American Samoa: 310 nautical miles / 1 day 7 hours
- Niue to American Samoa: 472 nautical miles / 2 days
- Tonga to American Samoa: 482 nautical miles / 2 days
- French Polynesia (Tahiti) to American Samoa: 1,180 nautical miles / 4 days 22 hours
- Tuvalu to American Samoa: 550 nautical miles / 2 days 7 hours
- Fiji to American Samoa: 640 nautical miles / 2 days 16 hours
- Cook Islands to American Samoa: 885 nautical miles / 3 days 16 hours
- Vanuatu to American Samoa: 1,240 nautical miles / 5 days 4 hours
- Kiribati (Tarawa) to American Samoa: 1,280 nautical miles / 5 days 8 hours
- New Caledonia to American Samoa: 1,410 nautical miles / 5 days 21 hours
- Nauru to American Samoa: 1,470 nautical miles / 6 days 3 hours
- New Zealand (Auckland) to American Samoa: 1,670 nautical miles / 6 days 23 hours
- Solomon Islands to American Samoa: 1,750 nautical miles / 7 days 7 hours
- Australia (Brisbane) to American Samoa: 2,450 nautical miles / 10 days 4 hours
- Papua New Guinea to American Samoa: 2,590 nautical miles / 10 days 19 hours
Sailing Times and Distances from the Pacific Rim to American Samoa
For the adventurous sailor, reaching American Samoa from the Pacific Rim is a true bluewater voyage, but entirely possible in under a month. Whether you're departing from Asia or the Americas, this route will take you through some of the most remote and scenic parts of the Pacific.
Note: All times and distances below are calculated assuming an average sailing speed of 10 knots.
- Hawaii to American Samoa: 2,260 nautical miles / 9 days 10 hours
- Indonesia to American Samoa: 3,700 nautical miles / 15 days 10 hours
- Mexico to American Samoa: 4,130 nautical miles / 17 days 4 hours
- Los Angeles to American Samoa: 4,180 nautical miles / 17 days 10 hours
- The Philippines to American Samoa: 4,160 nautical miles / 17 days 8 hours
- Hong Kong to American Samoa: 4,850 nautical miles / 20 days 6 hours
- Singapore to American Samoa: 5,270 nautical miles / 22 days
- Chile to American Samoa: 5,690 nautical miles / 23 days 18 hours
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More About Sailing and Travel Times in American Samoa
That's it for our guide to the sailing times and how long it takes to sail to American Samoa. Find out more about sailing to American Samoa, as well as more travel times and distances, in the guides below:
- Sailing Guide to American Samoa: Tips for Yachting in American Samoa LINK#T014
- American Samoa Travel Times & Distances: How Long Does it Take to Travel Around American Samoa? LINK#T049
- What are the Flight Times to American Samoa?
Finally, plan your trip to American Samoa with ease using The Complete Travel Guide to American Samoa LINK#TT038 and get tips from the American Samoa Travel Tips: 30 Tips for Travelling in American Samoa LINK#TT042.
