The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Wallops Flight Facility Airport (WAL) in Wallops Island, United States is 9,879 kilometers (6,139 miles / 5,334 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 05:18 in Papeete, it's 10:18 in Wallops Island. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Wallops Island (WAL) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 247° (west 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 Wallops Flight Facility Airport (WAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.