Airport Comparison
| PPT | VDR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Faa'a International Airport | Villa Dolores Airport |
| IATA Code | PPT | VDR |
| ICAO Code | NTAA | SAOD |
| City | Papeete | Villa Dolores |
| Country | French Polynesia | Argentina |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti | America/Argentina/Cordoba |
| Elevation | 5 ft | 1,847 ft |
| Coordinates | -17.550000, -149.610000 | -31.950000, -65.150000 |
Papeete (PPT) to Villa Dolores (VDR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Villa Dolores Airport (VDR) in Villa Dolores, Argentina is 8,479 kilometers (5,268 miles / 4,578 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 120°.
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 Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:19 in Papeete, it's 14:19 in Villa Dolores. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,842 feet between the two airports. Villa Dolores Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.
The return flight from Villa Dolores (VDR) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 258° (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 Villa Dolores Airport (VDR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.