The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Napuka Island Airport (NAU) in Napuka Island, French Polynesia is 14,764 kilometers (9,174 miles / 7,972 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:49 in Helsinki, it's 03:49 in Napuka Island. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Napuka Island (NAU) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 9° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) and Napuka Island Airport (NAU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.