The flight distance from Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) in Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 18,089 kilometers (11,240 miles / 9,767 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying east northeast at a heading of 71°.

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 Saudi Arabia with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:04 in Prince Sultan Air Base, it's 00:04 in Papeete. With a 13-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 1,646 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Prince Sultan Air Base.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) follows a heading of 295° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.