Airport Comparison
| PPT | SLP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Faa'a International Airport | Ponciano Arriaga International Airport |
| IATA Code | PPT | SLP |
| ICAO Code | NTAA | MMSP |
| City | Papeete | San Luis Potosi |
| Country | French Polynesia | Mexico |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 5 ft | 6,035 ft |
| Coordinates | -17.550000, -149.610000 | 22.250000, -100.930000 |
Papeete (PPT) to San Luis Potosi (SLP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) in San Luis Potosi, Mexico is 6,901 kilometers (4,288 miles / 3,726 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.
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 Mexico. 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 07:30 in Papeete, it's 11:30 in San Luis Potosi. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,030 feet between the two airports. Ponciano Arriaga International Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from San Luis Potosi (SLP) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 234° (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 Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.