The flight distance from Arkalyk North Airport (AYK) in Arkalyk, Kazakhstan to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 15,138 kilometers (9,407 miles / 8,174 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

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 Kazakhstan with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:57 in Arkalyk, it's 22:57 in Papeete. With a 15-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 1,261 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Arkalyk North Airport.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Arkalyk (AYK) follows a heading of 327° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Arkalyk North Airport (AYK) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.