Airport Comparison
| AKP | PPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Anaktuvuk Pass Airport | Faa'a International Airport |
| IATA Code | AKP | PPT |
| ICAO Code | PAKP | NTAA |
| City | Anaktuvuk Pass | Papeete |
| Country | United States | French Polynesia |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Elevation | 2,106 ft | 5 ft |
| Coordinates | 68.130000, -151.740000 | -17.550000, -149.610000 |
Anaktuvuk Pass (AKP) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Anaktuvuk Pass Airport (AKP) in Anaktuvuk Pass, United States to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 9,529 kilometers (5,921 miles / 5,145 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south at a heading of 178°.
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 United States with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:51 in Anaktuvuk Pass, it's 19:51 in Papeete.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,101 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Anaktuvuk Pass Airport.
The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Anaktuvuk Pass (AKP) follows a heading of 359° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Anaktuvuk Pass Airport (AKP) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.