The flight distance from Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in Fort Lauderdale, United States to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 8,932 kilometers (5,550 miles / 4,823 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 245°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:12 in Fort Lauderdale, it's 13:12 in Papeete. With a 6-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 Papeete (PPT) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) follows a heading of 59° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.