The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Kirkland Lake Airport (YKX) in Kirkland Lake, Canada is 10,031 kilometers (6,233 miles / 5,416 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.

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 23:08 in Papeete, it's 04:08 in Kirkland Lake. 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 1,152 feet between the two airports. Kirkland Lake Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.

The return flight from Kirkland Lake (YKX) 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 Kirkland Lake Airport (YKX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.