GCW
Peach Springs
United States
7,044 km
4,377 miles
PPT
Papeete
French Polynesia
Distance
7,044 km
4,377 mi / 3,803 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Phoenix
Heading
219°
southwest

Airport Comparison

GCW PPT
Airport Name Grand Canyon West Airport Faa'a International Airport
IATA Code GCW PPT
ICAO Code K1G4 NTAA
City Peach Springs Papeete
Country United States French Polynesia
Timezone America/Phoenix Pacific/Tahiti
Elevation 4,817 ft 5 ft
Coordinates 35.990000, -113.820000 -17.550000, -149.610000

Peach Springs (GCW) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grand Canyon West Airport (GCW) in Peach Springs, United States to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 7,044 kilometers (4,377 miles / 3,803 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southwest at a heading of 219°.

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 07:51 in Peach Springs, it's 04:51 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 4,812 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Grand Canyon West Airport.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Peach Springs (GCW) follows a heading of 32° (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 Grand Canyon West Airport (GCW) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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