The flight distance from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) in Cluj-Napoca, Romania to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 16,706 kilometers (10,381 miles / 9,021 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north northwest at a heading of 347°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:28 in Cluj-Napoca, it's 09:28 in Papeete. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,031 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Cluj-Napoca International Airport.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) follows a heading of 9° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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