Airport Comparison
Papeete (PPT) to Alert Bay (YAL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Alert Bay Airport (YAL) in Alert Bay, Canada is 7,894 kilometers (4,905 miles / 4,263 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northeast at a heading of 15°.
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 Canada. 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 00:31 in Papeete, it's 02:31 in Alert Bay.
The return flight from Alert Bay (YAL) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 203° (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 Alert Bay Airport (YAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.