Airport Comparison
| PPT | PUD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Faa'a International Airport | Puerto Deseado Airport |
| IATA Code | PPT | PUD |
| ICAO Code | NTAA | SAWD |
| City | Papeete | Puerto Deseado |
| Country | French Polynesia | Argentina |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
| Elevation | 5 ft | 268 ft |
| Coordinates | -17.550000, -149.610000 | -47.740000, -65.900000 |
Papeete (PPT) to Puerto Deseado (PUD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Puerto Deseado Airport (PUD) in Puerto Deseado, Argentina is 8,110 kilometers (5,039 miles / 4,379 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 136°.
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 Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:32 in Papeete, it's 18:32 in Puerto Deseado. With a 7-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 Puerto Deseado (PUD) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 262° (west). 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 Puerto Deseado Airport (PUD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.