The flight distance from Hamilton Island Airport (HTI) in Hamilton Island, Australia to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 6,432 kilometers (3,996 miles / 3,473 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east at a heading of 98°.

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 Australia with French Polynesia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:43 in Hamilton Island, it's 03:43 in Papeete. With a 20-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Hamilton Island (HTI) follows a heading of 257° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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