The flight distance from Sam Neua Airport (NEU) in Sam Neua Airport, Laos to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 12,328 kilometers (7,661 miles / 6,657 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east southeast at a heading of 102°.

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 Laos 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 19:03 in Sam Neua Airport, it's 02:03 in Papeete. With a 17-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 3,276 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Sam Neua Airport.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Sam Neua Airport (NEU) follows a heading of 286° (west 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 Sam Neua Airport (NEU) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.