Airport Comparison
Papeete (PPT) to Seoul Air Base (SSN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Seoul Air Base (SSN) in Seoul Air Base, South Korea is 10,612 kilometers (6,594 miles / 5,730 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.
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 South Korea. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:04 in Papeete, it's 22:04 in Seoul Air Base. With a 19-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Seoul Air Base (SSN) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 108° (east 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 Seoul Air Base (SSN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.