The flight distance from Sary-Arka International Airport (KGF) in Karaganda, Kazakhstan to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 14,785 kilometers (9,187 miles / 7,984 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.

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 Kazakhstan 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 01:26 in Karaganda, it's 10:26 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,761 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Sary-Arka International Airport.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Karaganda (KGF) follows a heading of 323° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Sary-Arka International Airport (KGF) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.