Airport Comparison
| PPT | YPA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Faa'a International Airport | Prince Albert (Glass Field) Airport |
| IATA Code | PPT | YPA |
| ICAO Code | NTAA | CYPA |
| City | Papeete | Prince Albert |
| Country | French Polynesia | Canada |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti | America/Regina |
| Elevation | 5 ft | 1,405 ft |
| Coordinates | -17.550000, -149.610000 | 53.210000, -105.670000 |
Papeete (PPT) to Prince Albert (YPA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Prince Albert (Glass Field) Airport (YPA) in Prince Albert, Canada is 8,921 kilometers (5,543 miles / 4,817 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 25°.
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 02:42 in Papeete, it's 06:42 in Prince Albert. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,400 feet between the two airports. Prince Albert (Glass Field) Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.
The return flight from Prince Albert (YPA) 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 Prince Albert (Glass Field) Airport (YPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.