Airport Comparison
Glentanner Station (GTN) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Glentanner Airport (GTN) in Glentanner Station, New Zealand to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 4,763 kilometers (2,960 miles / 2,572 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.
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 New Zealand with French Polynesia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:44 in Glentanner Station, it's 23:44 in Papeete. With a 23-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,819 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Glentanner Airport.
The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Glentanner Station (GTN) follows a heading of 223° (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 Glentanner Airport (GTN) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.