Airport Comparison
| BIG | PPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Allen Army Air Field | Faa'a International Airport |
| IATA Code | BIG | PPT |
| ICAO Code | PABI | NTAA |
| City | Delta Junction Ft Greely | Papeete |
| Country | United States | French Polynesia |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Elevation | 1,285 ft | 5 ft |
| Coordinates | 64.000000, -145.720000 | -17.550000, -149.610000 |
Delta Junction Ft Greely (BIG) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Allen Army Air Field (BIG) in Delta Junction Ft Greely, United States to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 9,074 kilometers (5,638 miles / 4,900 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south at a heading of 184°.
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 United States with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:08 in Delta Junction Ft Greely, it's 22:08 in Papeete.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,280 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Allen Army Air Field.
The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Delta Junction Ft Greely (BIG) follows a heading of 2° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Allen Army Air Field (BIG) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.