Airport Comparison
Bam Airport (BXR) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bam Airport (BXR) in Bam Airport, Iran to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 16,887 kilometers (10,493 miles / 9,118 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east northeast at a heading of 72°.
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 Iran 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 14:45 in Bam Airport, it's 01:15 in Papeete. With a 13.5-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 3,226 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Bam Airport.
The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Bam Airport (BXR) follows a heading of 299° (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 Bam Airport (BXR) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.