The flight distance from Debre Tabor Airport (DBT) in Debre Tabor, Ethiopia to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 18,989 kilometers (11,799 miles / 10,253 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying southeast at a heading of 128°.

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 Ethiopia 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 21:54 in Debre Tabor, it's 08:54 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 8,485 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Debre Tabor Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Debre Tabor (DBT) follows a heading of 234° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Debre Tabor Airport (DBT) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.