Airport Comparison
| FAQ | PPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Frieda River Airport | Faa'a International Airport |
| IATA Code | FAQ | PPT |
| ICAO Code | AYFR | NTAA |
| City | Frieda River | Papeete |
| Country | Papua New Guinea | French Polynesia |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Elevation | 217 ft | 5 ft |
| Coordinates | -4.610000, 141.960000 | -17.550000, -149.610000 |
Frieda River (FAQ) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Frieda River Airport (FAQ) in Frieda River, Papua New Guinea to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 7,568 kilometers (4,703 miles / 4,086 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east southeast at a heading of 107°.
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 15:30 in Frieda River, it's 19:30 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 Frieda River (FAQ) follows a heading of 272° (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 Frieda River Airport (FAQ) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.