The flight distance from Lisala Airport (LIQ) in Lisala Airport, DR Congo to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 18,049 kilometers (11,215 miles / 9,745 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying south southwest at a heading of 209°.

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 DR Congo 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 16:02 in Lisala Airport, it's 05:02 in Papeete. With a 11-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 1,504 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Lisala Airport.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Lisala Airport (LIQ) follows a heading of 149° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Lisala Airport (LIQ) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.