The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) in Sesriem Airstrip, Namibia is 15,076 kilometers (9,368 miles / 8,141 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south southeast at a heading of 161°.

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 Namibia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:31 in Papeete, it's 09:31 in Sesriem Airstrip. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,449 feet between the two airports. Sesriem Airstrip sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.

The return flight from Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 200° (south southwest). 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 Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.