The flight distance from Patuxent River Nas (Trapnell Field) Airport (NHK) in Patuxent River, United States to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 9,820 kilometers (6,102 miles / 5,302 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.

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 United States with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:53 in Patuxent River, it's 07:53 in Papeete. With a 6-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 Patuxent River (NHK) follows a heading of 49° (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 Patuxent River Nas (Trapnell Field) Airport (NHK) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.