The flight distance from Malakal Airport (MAK) in Malakal, South Sudan to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 19,116 kilometers (11,878 miles / 10,322 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying south at a heading of 171°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:30 in Malakal, it's 18:30 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 1,286 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Malakal Airport.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Malakal (MAK) follows a heading of 189° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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