Airport Comparison
New Halfa (NHF) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from New Halfa Airport (NHF) in New Halfa, Sudan to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 19,396 kilometers (12,052 miles / 10,473 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.
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 Sudan 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 15:26 in New Halfa, it's 03:26 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 1,475 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than New Halfa Airport.
The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to New Halfa (NHF) follows a heading of 248° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the New Halfa Airport (NHF) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.