The flight distance from Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique to Raiatea Airport (RFP) in Uturoa, French Polynesia is 15,254 kilometers (9,478 miles / 8,236 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south at a heading of 174°.

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 Mozambique 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 16:03 in Maputo, it's 04:03 in Uturoa. 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.

The return flight from Uturoa (RFP) to Maputo (MPM) follows a heading of 185° (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 Maputo Airport (MPM) and Raiatea Airport (RFP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.