The flight distance from Grenoble-Isere Airport (GNB) in Grenoble/Saint-Geoirs, France to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 16,149 kilometers (10,034 miles / 8,720 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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 France 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 16:41 in Grenoble/Saint-Geoirs, it's 05:41 in Papeete. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,297 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Grenoble-Isere Airport.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Grenoble/Saint-Geoirs (GNB) follows a heading of 31° (north 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 Grenoble-Isere Airport (GNB) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.