The flight distance from Mbuji Mayi Airport (MJM) in Mbuji Mayi, DR Congo to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 17,279 kilometers (10,736 miles / 9,330 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south southwest at a heading of 196°.

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 00:25 in Mbuji Mayi, it's 12:25 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 2,216 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Mbuji Mayi Airport.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Mbuji Mayi (MJM) follows a heading of 164° (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 Mbuji Mayi Airport (MJM) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.