The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Rostock-Laage Airport (RLG) in Rostock, Germany is 15,681 kilometers (9,744 miles / 8,467 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:00 in Papeete, it's 04:00 in Rostock. 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 Rostock (RLG) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 332° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Faa'a International Airport (PPT) and Rostock-Laage Airport (RLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.