Airport Comparison
| MCE | PPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Merced Yosemite Regional Airport | Faa'a International Airport |
| IATA Code | MCE | PPT |
| ICAO Code | KMCE | NTAA |
| City | Merced | Papeete |
| Country | United States | French Polynesia |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Elevation | 155 ft | 5 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.300000, -120.500000 | -17.550000, -149.610000 |
Merced (MCE) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Merced Yosemite Regional Airport (MCE) in Merced, United States to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 6,818 kilometers (4,237 miles / 3,682 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southwest at a heading of 212°.
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 07:21 in Merced, it's 05:21 in Papeete.
The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Merced (MCE) follows a heading of 26° (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 Merced Yosemite Regional Airport (MCE) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.