PPT
Papeete
French Polynesia
8,587 km
5,336 miles
PTU
Platinum
United States
Distance
8,587 km
5,336 mi / 4,637 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Pacific/Tahiti
Heading
354°
north

Airport Comparison

PPT PTU
Airport Name Faa'a International Airport Platinum Airport
IATA Code PPT PTU
ICAO Code NTAA PAPM
City Papeete Platinum
Country French Polynesia United States
Timezone Pacific/Tahiti America/Anchorage
Elevation 5 ft 18 ft
Coordinates -17.550000, -149.610000 59.020000, -161.830000

Papeete (PPT) to Platinum (PTU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Platinum Airport (PTU) in Platinum, United States is 8,587 kilometers (5,336 miles / 4,637 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 354°.

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 French Polynesia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:21 in Papeete, it's 09:21 in Platinum.

The return flight from Platinum (PTU) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 168° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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