Airport Comparison
| EPS | PPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Arroyo Barril Airport | Faa'a International Airport |
| IATA Code | EPS | PPT |
| ICAO Code | MDAB | NTAA |
| City | Arroyo Barril | Papeete |
| Country | Dominican Republic | French Polynesia |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Elevation | 57 ft | 5 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.200000, -69.430000 | -17.550000, -149.610000 |
Arroyo Barril (EPS) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Arroyo Barril Airport (EPS) in Arroyo Barril, Dominican Republic to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 9,661 kilometers (6,003 miles / 5,216 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 250°.
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 Dominican Republic 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 10:12 in Arroyo Barril, it's 04:12 in Papeete. With a 6-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 Arroyo Barril (EPS) follows a heading of 69° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Arroyo Barril Airport (EPS) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.