The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Ust-Kut Airport (UKX) in Ust-Kut, Russia is 12,521 kilometers (7,780 miles / 6,761 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.

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 20:50 in Papeete, it's 14:50 in Ust-Kut. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,183 feet between the two airports. Ust-Kut Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.

The return flight from Ust-Kut (UKX) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 88° (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 Ust-Kut Airport (UKX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.