The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe is 16,020 kilometers (9,954 miles / 8,650 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying south at a heading of 173°.

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 Zimbabwe. 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 11:16 in Papeete, it's 23:16 in Victoria Falls. 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 3,485 feet between the two airports. Victoria Falls International Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.

The return flight from Victoria Falls (VFA) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 187° (south). 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 Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.