Airport Comparison
| CEX | PPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chena Hot Springs Airport | Faa'a International Airport |
| IATA Code | CEX | PPT |
| ICAO Code | AK13 | NTAA |
| City | Chena Hot Springs | Papeete |
| Country | United States | French Polynesia |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Elevation | 1,195 ft | 5 ft |
| Coordinates | 65.050000, -146.050000 | -17.550000, -149.610000 |
Chena Hot Springs (CEX) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chena Hot Springs Airport (CEX) in Chena Hot Springs, United States to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 9,190 kilometers (5,710 miles / 4,962 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south at a heading of 183°.
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 03:29 in Chena Hot Springs, it's 02:29 in Papeete.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,190 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Chena Hot Springs Airport.
The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Chena Hot Springs (CEX) 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 Chena Hot Springs Airport (CEX) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.