The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Shishmaref Airport (SHH) in Shishmaref, United States is 9,419 kilometers (5,853 miles / 5,086 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 353°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:20 in Papeete, it's 10:20 in Shishmaref.

The return flight from Shishmaref (SHH) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 164° (south southeast). 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 Shishmaref Airport (SHH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.