Airport Comparison
Papeete (PPT) to Rupsi India Airport (RUP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Rupsi India Airport (RUP) in Rupsi India Airport, India is 13,848 kilometers (8,605 miles / 7,478 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west northwest at a heading of 290°.
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 India. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:33 in Papeete, it's 21:03 in Rupsi India Airport. With a 15.5-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 Rupsi India Airport (RUP) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 94° (east). 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 Rupsi India Airport (RUP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.