PPT
Papeete
French Polynesia
7,132 km
4,432 miles
TYZ
Taylor
United States
Distance
7,132 km
4,432 mi / 3,851 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Pacific/Tahiti
Heading
36°
northeast

Airport Comparison

PPT TYZ
Airport Name Faa'a International Airport Taylor Airport
IATA Code PPT TYZ
ICAO Code NTAA KTYL
City Papeete Taylor
Country French Polynesia United States
Timezone Pacific/Tahiti America/Phoenix
Elevation 5 ft 5,823 ft
Coordinates -17.550000, -149.610000 34.450000, -110.120000

Papeete (PPT) to Taylor (TYZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Taylor Airport (TYZ) in Taylor, United States is 7,132 kilometers (4,432 miles / 3,851 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

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 10:46 in Papeete, it's 13:46 in Taylor. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,818 feet between the two airports. Taylor 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 Taylor (TYZ) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 222° (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 Taylor Airport (TYZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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