The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Rio Claro Airport (QIQ) in Rio Claro, Brazil is 10,447 kilometers (6,492 miles / 5,641 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:30 in Papeete, it's 10:30 in Rio Claro. With a 7-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 1,986 feet between the two airports. Rio Claro Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.

The return flight from Rio Claro (QIQ) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 249° (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 Faa'a International Airport (PPT) and Rio Claro Airport (QIQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.