Airport Comparison
Papeete (PPT) to Wamena-Papua Island (WMX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Wamena Airport (WMX) in Wamena-Papua Island, Indonesia is 7,903 kilometers (4,910 miles / 4,267 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west at a heading of 272°.
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 Indonesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:42 in Papeete, it's 04:42 in Wamena-Papua Island. With a 19-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 5,080 feet between the two airports. Wamena 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 Wamena-Papua Island (WMX) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 107° (east southeast). 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 Wamena Airport (WMX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.