Airport Comparison
Papeete (PPT) to Soroti (SRT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Soroti Airport (SRT) in Soroti, Uganda is 18,221 kilometers (11,322 miles / 9,839 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying south southwest at a heading of 192°.
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 Uganda. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:40 in Papeete, it's 21:40 in Soroti. With a 13-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 3,692 feet between the two airports. Soroti Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.
The return flight from Soroti (SRT) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 169° (south). 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 Soroti Airport (SRT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.