The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Stella Maris Airport (SML) in Stella Maris, Bahamas is 9,272 kilometers (5,761 miles / 5,006 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.

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 Bahamas. 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 00:01 in Papeete, it's 05:01 in Stella Maris. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Stella Maris (SML) to Papeete (PPT) 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 Faa'a International Airport (PPT) and Stella Maris Airport (SML) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.