Airport Comparison
| PPT | SDY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Faa'a International Airport | Sidney-Richland Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | PPT | SDY |
| ICAO Code | NTAA | KSDY |
| City | Papeete | Sidney |
| Country | French Polynesia | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 5 ft | 1,985 ft |
| Coordinates | -17.550000, -149.610000 | 47.710000, -104.190000 |
Papeete (PPT) to Sidney (SDY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Sidney-Richland Regional Airport (SDY) in Sidney, United States is 8,547 kilometers (5,311 miles / 4,615 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.
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 08:28 in Papeete, it's 11:28 in Sidney. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,980 feet between the two airports. Sidney-Richland Regional Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.
The return flight from Sidney (SDY) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 224° (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 Sidney-Richland Regional Airport (SDY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.