The flight distance from Faaite Airport (FAC) in Faaite Airport, French Polynesia to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) in Lagos, Nigeria is 16,427 kilometers (10,207 miles / 8,870 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east southeast at a heading of 105°.

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 Nigeria. 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 06:57 in Faaite Airport, it's 17:57 in Lagos. With a 11-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 Lagos (LOS) to Faaite Airport (FAC) follows a heading of 249° (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 Faaite Airport (FAC) and Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.