The flight distance from Grand Marais/Cook County Airport (GRM) in Grand Marais, United States to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 9,345 kilometers (5,806 miles / 5,046 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 235°.

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 United States with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:37 in Grand Marais, it's 09:37 in Papeete. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,798 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Grand Marais/Cook County Airport.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Grand Marais (GRM) follows a heading of 35° (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 Grand Marais/Cook County Airport (GRM) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.