The flight distance from Kithira Airport (KIT) in Kithira Island, Greece to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 17,811 kilometers (11,067 miles / 9,617 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

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 Greece 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 12:42 in Kithira Island, it's 00:42 in Papeete. With a 12-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 1,040 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Kithira Airport.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Kithira Island (KIT) follows a heading of 18° (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 Kithira Airport (KIT) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.