Airport Comparison
Kashan Airport (KKS) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kashan Airport (KKS) in Kashan Airport, Iran to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 17,231 kilometers (10,707 miles / 9,304 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.
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 16:44 in Kashan Airport, it's 03:14 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 3,460 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Kashan Airport.
The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Kashan Airport (KKS) follows a heading of 315° (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 Kashan Airport (KKS) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.