The flight distance from Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) in Port Elizabeth, South Africa to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 14,263 kilometers (8,863 miles / 7,701 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying south at a heading of 186°.

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 South Africa 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 07:33 in Port Elizabeth, it's 19:33 in Papeete. 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 Papeete (PPT) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ) follows a heading of 175° (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 Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.