PPT
Papeete
French Polynesia
6,998 km
4,348 miles
PYS
Paradise
United States
Distance
6,998 km
4,348 mi / 3,779 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Pacific/Tahiti
Heading
24°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

PPT PYS
Airport Name Faa'a International Airport Paradise Skypark Airport
IATA Code PPT PYS
ICAO Code NTAA CA92
City Papeete Paradise
Country French Polynesia United States
Timezone Pacific/Tahiti America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 5 ft 1,300 ft
Coordinates -17.550000, -149.610000 39.710000, -121.620000

Papeete (PPT) to Paradise (PYS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Paradise Skypark Airport (PYS) in Paradise, United States is 6,998 kilometers (4,348 miles / 3,779 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 24°.

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 08:18 in Papeete, it's 10:18 in Paradise.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,295 feet between the two airports. Paradise Skypark Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.

The return flight from Paradise (PYS) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 210° (south 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 Faa'a International Airport (PPT) and Paradise Skypark Airport (PYS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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