The flight distance from Buka Airport (BUA) in Buka Island, Papua New Guinea to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 6,197 kilometers (3,851 miles / 3,346 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east southeast at a heading of 108°.

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 Papua New Guinea with French Polynesia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:29 in Buka Island, it's 05:29 in Papeete. With a 20-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Buka Island (BUA) follows a heading of 275° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Buka Airport (BUA) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.