Airport Comparison
Ayers Rock (AYQ) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ayers Rock Connellan Airport (AYQ) in Ayers Rock, Australia to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 8,154 kilometers (5,066 miles / 4,403 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 102°.
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 Australia with French Polynesia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:40 in Ayers Rock, it's 01:10 in Papeete. With a 19.5-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 1,621 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Ayers Rock Connellan Airport.
The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Ayers Rock (AYQ) follows a heading of 248° (west 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 Ayers Rock Connellan Airport (AYQ) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.