The flight distance from Maimana Airport (MMZ) in Maimana Airport, Afghanistan to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 16,069 kilometers (9,985 miles / 8,676 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east northeast at a heading of 68°.

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 Afghanistan with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:40 in Maimana Airport, it's 09:10 in Papeete. With a 14.5-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 2,738 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Maimana Airport.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Maimana Airport (MMZ) follows a heading of 308° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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