Airport Comparison
Papeete (PPT) to Tabriz (TBZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Tabriz International Airport (TBZ) in Tabriz, Iran is 17,256 kilometers (10,723 miles / 9,318 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.
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 Iran. 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 08:11 in Papeete, it's 21:41 in Tabriz. With a 13.5-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 4,454 feet between the two airports. Tabriz International Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.
The return flight from Tabriz (TBZ) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 38° (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 Tabriz International Airport (TBZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.