Airport Comparison
Khashm El Girba (GBU) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Khashm El Girba Airport (GBU) in Khashm El Girba, Sudan to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 19,361 kilometers (12,030 miles / 10,454 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying east southeast at a heading of 117°.
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 Sudan with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:17 in Khashm El Girba, it's 18:17 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 1,555 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Khashm El Girba Airport.
The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Khashm El Girba (GBU) follows a heading of 244° (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 Khashm El Girba Airport (GBU) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.