Airport Comparison
Papeete (PPT) to San Cristobal De Las Casas Airport (SZT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to San Cristobal De Las Casas Airport (SZT) in San Cristobal De Las Casas Airport, Mexico is 7,318 kilometers (4,547 miles / 3,951 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.
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 05:25 in Papeete, it's 09:25 in San Cristobal De Las Casas Airport. 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 7,702 feet between the two airports. San Cristobal De Las Casas 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 Cristobal De Las Casas Airport (SZT) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 241° (west 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 San Cristobal De Las Casas Airport (SZT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.