The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Walvis Bay Airport (WVB) in Walvis Bay, Namibia is 15,195 kilometers (9,441 miles / 8,204 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south southeast at a heading of 159°.

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 Namibia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:11 in Papeete, it's 08:11 in Walvis Bay. With a 12-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 Walvis Bay (WVB) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 202° (south 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 Walvis Bay Airport (WVB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.