Airport Comparison
Papeete (PPT) to Gimli (YGM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Gimli Industrial Park Airport (YGM) in Gimli, Canada is 9,148 kilometers (5,684 miles / 4,940 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
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 05:20 in Papeete, it's 09:20 in Gimli. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Gimli (YGM) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 230° (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 Gimli Industrial Park Airport (YGM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.