The flight distance from San Rafael Airport (LOB) in Los Andes, Chile to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 7,954 kilometers (4,942 miles / 4,295 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west at a heading of 261°.

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 Chile with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:06 in Los Andes, it's 15:06 in Papeete. With a 7-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 2,456 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than San Rafael Airport.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Los Andes (LOB) follows a heading of 120° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the San Rafael Airport (LOB) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.