The flight distance from St Mary's Airport (KSM) in St Mary'S, United States to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 8,934 kilometers (5,552 miles / 4,824 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 167°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:20 in St Mary'S, it's 05:20 in Papeete.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to St Mary'S (KSM) follows a heading of 354° (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 St Mary's Airport (KSM) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.