Airport Comparison
| AFA | PPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport | Faa'a International Airport |
| IATA Code | AFA | PPT |
| ICAO Code | SAMR | NTAA |
| City | San Rafael | Papeete |
| Country | Argentina | French Polynesia |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Mendoza | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Elevation | 2,470 ft | 5 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.590000, -68.400000 | -17.550000, -149.610000 |
San Rafael (AFA) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) in San Rafael, Argentina to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 8,126 kilometers (5,049 miles / 4,387 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west at a heading of 260°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Argentina with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:34 in San Rafael, it's 03:34 in Papeete. With a 7-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 2,465 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport.
The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to San Rafael (AFA) follows a heading of 122° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.