Airport Comparison
Papeete (PPT) to Lenskiy Ulus (TLK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Talakan Airport (TLK) in Lenskiy Ulus, Russia is 12,207 kilometers (7,585 miles / 6,591 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.
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 Russia. 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 10:09 in Papeete, it's 05:09 in Lenskiy Ulus. With a 19-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 1,324 feet between the two airports. Talakan Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.
The return flight from Lenskiy Ulus (TLK) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 91° (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 Talakan Airport (TLK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.