Airport Comparison
Kassala (KSL) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kassala Airport (KSL) in Kassala, Sudan to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 19,338 kilometers (12,016 miles / 10,442 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying east southeast at a heading of 112°.
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 Sudan 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 20:14 in Kassala, it's 08:14 in Papeete. 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,666 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Kassala Airport.
The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Kassala (KSL) follows a heading of 250° (west 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 Kassala Airport (KSL) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.