The flight distance from Lifuka Island Airport (HPA) in Lifuka, Tonga to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 2,615 kilometers (1,625 miles / 1,412 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east at a heading of 89°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Tonga with French Polynesia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:37 in Lifuka, it's 01:37 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.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Lifuka (HPA) follows a heading of 261° (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 Lifuka Island Airport (HPA) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.