Airport Comparison
Papeete (PPT) to Sitka (SIT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport (SIT) in Sitka, United States is 8,400 kilometers (5,220 miles / 4,536 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 8°.
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 23:14 in Papeete, it's 00:14 in Sitka.
The return flight from Sitka (SIT) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 194° (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 Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport (SIT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.