The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Raiatea Airport (RFP) in Uturoa, French Polynesia is 15,158 kilometers (9,419 miles / 8,185 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north at a heading of 355°.

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 17:42 in Helsinki, it's 05:42 in Uturoa. 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 Uturoa (RFP) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 3° (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 Raiatea Airport (RFP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.