Airport Comparison
| PPT | TVL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Faa'a International Airport | Lake Tahoe Airport |
| IATA Code | PPT | TVL |
| ICAO Code | NTAA | KTVL |
| City | Papeete | South Lake Tahoe |
| Country | French Polynesia | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 5 ft | 6,268 ft |
| Coordinates | -17.550000, -149.610000 | 38.890000, -120.000000 |
Papeete (PPT) to South Lake Tahoe (TVL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) in South Lake Tahoe, United States is 6,992 kilometers (4,344 miles / 3,775 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.
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 00:59 in Papeete, it's 02:59 in South Lake Tahoe.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,263 feet between the two airports. Lake Tahoe 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 South Lake Tahoe (TVL) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 212° (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 Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.