The flight distance from Mount Cook Airport (MON) in Mount Cook Airport, New Zealand to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 4,757 kilometers (2,956 miles / 2,568 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:42 in Mount Cook Airport, it's 02:42 in Papeete. With a 23-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,148 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Mount Cook Airport.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Mount Cook Airport (MON) follows a heading of 223° (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 Mount Cook Airport (MON) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.