Airport Comparison
Papeete (PPT) to Tbilisi (TBS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) in Tbilisi, Georgia is 16,996 kilometers (10,561 miles / 9,177 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.
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 Georgia. 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 01:03 in Papeete, it's 15:03 in Tbilisi. With a 14-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 1,619 feet between the two airports. Tbilisi International Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.
The return flight from Tbilisi (TBS) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 32° (north northeast). 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 Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.