The flight distance from Ford Airport (IMT) in Iron Mountain Kingsford, United States to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 9,364 kilometers (5,819 miles / 5,056 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 237°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:24 in Iron Mountain Kingsford, it's 04:24 in Papeete. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,177 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Ford Airport.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Iron Mountain Kingsford (IMT) follows a heading of 38° (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 Ford Airport (IMT) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.