Airport Comparison
| FTA | MSP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Futuna Airport | Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport |
| IATA Code | FTA | MSP |
| ICAO Code | NVVF | KMSP |
| City | Futuna Island | Minneapolis |
| Country | Vanuatu | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Efate | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 95 ft | 842 ft |
| Coordinates | -19.520000, 170.230000 | 44.880000, -93.220000 |
Futuna Island (FTA) to Minneapolis (MSP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Futuna Airport (FTA) in Futuna Island, Vanuatu to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States is 12,029 kilometers (7,474 miles / 6,495 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.
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 Vanuatu with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:44 in Futuna Island, it's 03:44 in Minneapolis. With a 17-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 Minneapolis (MSP) to Futuna Island (FTA) follows a heading of 260° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Futuna Airport (FTA) and Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.