The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Kitchener / Waterloo Airport (YKF) in Waterloo, Canada is 9,765 kilometers (6,068 miles / 5,273 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:39 in Papeete, it's 18:39 in Waterloo. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,050 feet between the two airports. Kitchener / Waterloo Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.

The return flight from Waterloo (YKF) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 243° (west 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 Kitchener / Waterloo Airport (YKF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.