The flight distance from Kisimayu Airport (KMU) in Kisimayu Airport, Somalia to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 17,623 kilometers (10,951 miles / 9,516 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying south southeast at a heading of 147°.

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 Somalia 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 16:17 in Kisimayu Airport, it's 03:17 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.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Kisimayu Airport (KMU) follows a heading of 215° (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 Kisimayu Airport (KMU) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.