The flight distance from Iligan Airport (IGN) in Iligan Airport, Philippines to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 9,878 kilometers (6,138 miles / 5,333 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east southeast at a heading of 108°.

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 Philippines 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 16:50 in Iligan Airport, it's 22:50 in Papeete. With a 18-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 1,295 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Iligan Airport.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Iligan Airport (IGN) follows a heading of 279° (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 Iligan Airport (IGN) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.