The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Liuting Airport (TAO) in Qingdao, China is 11,152 kilometers (6,929 miles / 6,022 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.

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 China. 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 18:42 in Papeete, it's 12:42 in Qingdao. With a 18-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 Qingdao (TAO) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 104° (east southeast). 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 Liuting Airport (TAO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.