DRU
Drummond
United States
8,013 km
4,979 miles
PPT
Papeete
French Polynesia
Distance
8,013 km
4,979 mi / 4,327 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Denver
Heading
216°
southwest

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DRU PPT
Airport Name Drummond Airport Faa'a International Airport
IATA Code DRU PPT
ICAO Code KM26 NTAA
City Drummond Papeete
Country United States French Polynesia
Timezone America/Denver Pacific/Tahiti
Elevation 4,245 ft 5 ft
Coordinates 46.620000, -113.210000 -17.550000, -149.610000

Drummond (DRU) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Drummond Airport (DRU) in Drummond, United States to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 8,013 kilometers (4,979 miles / 4,327 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southwest at a heading of 216°.

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 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 12:13 in Drummond, it's 09:13 in Papeete. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,240 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Drummond Airport.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Drummond (DRU) follows a heading of 25° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Drummond Airport (DRU) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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