The flight distance from Fort McMurray / Mildred Lake Airport (NML) in Fort McMurray, Canada to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 9,014 kilometers (5,601 miles / 4,867 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 216°.

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 Canada 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 21:45 in Fort McMurray, it's 17:45 in Papeete. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,041 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Fort McMurray / Mildred Lake Airport.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Fort McMurray (NML) follows a heading of 20° (north 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 Fort McMurray / Mildred Lake Airport (NML) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.