The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Timaru Airport (TIU) in Timaru Airport, New Zealand is 4,703 kilometers (2,922 miles / 2,539 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southwest at a heading of 222°.

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 New Zealand. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:14 in Papeete, it's 05:14 in Timaru Airport. With a 23-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Timaru Airport (TIU) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 63° (east northeast). 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 Timaru Airport (TIU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.