The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Thief River Falls Regional Airport (TVF) in Thief River Falls, United States is 9,014 kilometers (5,601 miles / 4,867 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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 United States. 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 04:37 in Papeete, it's 08:37 in Thief River Falls. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,114 feet between the two airports. Thief River Falls Regional Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.

The return flight from Thief River Falls (TVF) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 231° (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 Thief River Falls Regional Airport (TVF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.