The flight distance from Shindand Airport (OAH) in Shindand Airport, Afghanistan to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 16,385 kilometers (10,181 miles / 8,847 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.

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 01:56 in Shindand Airport, it's 11:26 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 3,768 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Shindand Airport.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Shindand Airport (OAH) follows a heading of 305° (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 Shindand Airport (OAH) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.