The flight distance from Arenal Airport (FON) in La Fortuna/San Carlos, Costa Rica to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 7,786 kilometers (4,838 miles / 4,204 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west southwest at a heading of 247°.

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 Costa Rica 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 02:55 in La Fortuna/San Carlos, it's 22:55 in Papeete. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to La Fortuna/San Carlos (FON) follows a heading of 71° (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 Arenal Airport (FON) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.