The flight distance from Hanimaadhoo International Airport (HAQ) in Haa Dhaalu, Maldives to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 15,225 kilometers (9,460 miles / 8,221 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east southeast at a heading of 109°.

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 Maldives with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:22 in Haa Dhaalu, it's 06:22 in Papeete. With a 15-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 Haa Dhaalu (HAQ) follows a heading of 261° (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 Hanimaadhoo International Airport (HAQ) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.