Airport Comparison
Gascoyne Junction Airport (GSC) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gascoyne Junction Airport (GSC) in Gascoyne Junction Airport, Australia to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 9,692 kilometers (6,022 miles / 5,233 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 108°.
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 Australia with French Polynesia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:49 in Gascoyne Junction Airport, it's 20:49 in Papeete. With a 18-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 Gascoyne Junction Airport (GSC) follows a heading of 245° (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 Gascoyne Junction Airport (GSC) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.