The flight distance from Maio Airport (MMO) in Vila do Maio, Cape Verde to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 14,309 kilometers (8,891 miles / 7,726 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west at a heading of 259°.

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 Cape Verde 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 19:47 in Vila do Maio, it's 10:47 in Papeete. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Vila do Maio (MMO) follows a heading of 84° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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