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Samoa Airways Flights, Routes & Travel Guide

Explore the latest Samoa Airways (OL) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

Last updated: October 2026
IATA: OLFounded 1959HQ: Apia, Samoa
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About Samoa Airways

Explore the latest Samoa Airways (OL) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

Samoa Airways is a small regional airline based in Apia, Samoa. It was founded in 1959 and originally called Polynesian Airlines. The airline serves a handful of destinations with its fleet of De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter aircraft seating 19 passengers in a 3-abreast layout. The seat map can be found in our database. The company is wholly owned by the government of Samoa.

Airline codeOL
Main hubPPG
Alliance-
Destinations1
Countries1
Fleet3
Updated: October 2026

Popular Samoa Airways routes

RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
APW to PPGAPW to Pago Pago45m0NONSTOP

Samoa Airways hubs and focus cities

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1 destinations · Updated: October 2026
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Routes serving Pago Pago

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RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
APW to PPGAPW to Pago Pago45m0NONSTOP
Routes and frequencies may change by season and travel date.
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Aircraft, cabins and onboard experience

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Aircraft

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CabinSeat pitchSeat widthSeat recline
EconomyDe Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter76 cm41 cm0 cm

Samoa Airways baggage allowance

Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.

Baggage

Samoa Airways allows one piece of cabin baggage per adult and child (2-11 years), weighing up to 5 kg. Checked baggage for international and domestic flights within Samoa and American Samoa can weigh up to 15 kg per piece, with total linear dimensions not exceeding 158 cm. Extra baggage can be purchased at the airport on the day of departure.

Samoa Airways Baggage rules

Travel policies

Pets

Samoa Airways passengers needing to transport pets should contact the airline directly for detailed information. This ensures compliance with all requirements and understanding of associated fees and conditions for pet travel.

Flying with pets on Samoa Airways

Infants

Samoa Airways passengers traveling with infants should confirm policies directly with the airline to ensure all necessary arrangements and specific guidelines are met for traveling with infants.

Samoa Airways Infants policy

Check in rules

Samoa Airways requires passengers for flights between Samoa and American Samoa to check in 2 hours before departure, with check-in closing 30 minutes prior. Passengers must check in at least 2 hours before the scheduled departure time or as specified in their itinerary. Check-in times will be provided in the itinerary or by an authorized agent.

Samoa Airways Check-in rules

Unaccompanied minors

Samoa Airways requires Unaccompanied Minor and Medical Clearance documentation to be submitted at least 72 hours before travel. Children aged 12-16 can travel alone. Ground staff will assist UM from check-in to boarding and upon arrival, guiding them through immigration and baggage collection. Fees apply: WST 50/USD 18.86 from Faleolo/Fagalii to Pago Pago, and USD 20 from Pago Pago to Faleolo.

Unaccompanied minors in Samoa Airways

On-time performance

76.14%On-time arrivals
25.35 minAverage delay
98.89%Completion rate
1.11%Cancellation rate

Samoa Airways FAQs

Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Samoa Airways.

Can I change an agency-issued Samoa Airways itinerary online?

No; contact the original agent. Website or local-airline-office tickets may be changed online only within the fare’s permitted conditions and time limits.

What cabin allowance does Samoa Airways publish for adults and children?

One piece up to 5 kg for adults aged twelve-plus and children aged 2–11. Ask the airline about infants.

What standard checked allowance does Samoa Airways publish for adults and children aged 2–11?

One 15 kg piece, with total linear dimensions up to 158 cm. Additional weight is subject to route-specific charges.

Can I prepay Samoa Airways extra baggage online?

The published option is airport purchase during check-in on departure day for adults and children, subject to capacity. Prepaid baggage is no longer offered.

What should I provide when my Samoa Airways checked bag does not arrive?

Report immediately to ground staff with a detailed description, contacts and delivery address. Obtain the report copy and file reference.

When and how should I report Samoa Airways baggage damage?

Within seven days of receiving the bag, provide contacts, flight and tag details, and damage description or evidence. The online Lost / Damaged Baggage Form is available.

How do I claim if my delayed Samoa Airways bag remains missing?

Complete the emailed Baggage Claim Form and send it with supporting documents to its stated address, or use the online lost/damaged form.

Does Samoa Airways charge an online booking service fee?

The published fee is 3.8%; check the final payment total.

What fee does Samoa Airways publish for a passenger-name transfer more than 24 hours before departure?

USD 30. Closer-to-departure requests have separate rules; this rate should not be assumed to apply.

Why do Samoa Airways Samoa–American Samoa flights show different departure and arrival dates?

The route crosses the international date boundary: Thursday in Samoa corresponds to Wednesday in American Samoa, and the reverse journey arrives on Thursday.