The flight distance from Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) in Nice, France to Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU) in Nuku'alofa, Tonga is 17,512 kilometers (10,882 miles / 9,456 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying north at a heading of 6°.

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 France with Tonga. 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 09:35 in Nice, it's 21:35 in Nuku'alofa. 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 Nuku'alofa (TBU) to Nice (NCE) follows a heading of 356° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) and Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.