Airport Comparison
Bou Saada Airport (BUJ) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bou Saada Airport (BUJ) in Bou Saada Airport, Algeria to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 16,762 kilometers (10,415 miles / 9,051 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.
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 Algeria with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:50 in Bou Saada Airport, it's 01:50 in Papeete. With a 11-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 1,501 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Bou Saada Airport.
The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Bou Saada Airport (BUJ) follows a heading of 47° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Bou Saada Airport (BUJ) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.