MDD
Midland
United States
7,483 km
4,650 miles
PPT
Papeete
French Polynesia
Distance
7,483 km
4,650 mi / 4,041 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
America/Chicago
Heading
230°
southwest

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MDD PPT
Airport Name Midland Airpark Faa'a International Airport
IATA Code MDD PPT
ICAO Code KMDD NTAA
City Midland Papeete
Country United States French Polynesia
Timezone America/Chicago Pacific/Tahiti
Elevation 2,805 ft 5 ft
Coordinates 32.040000, -102.100000 -17.550000, -149.610000

Midland (MDD) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Midland Airpark (MDD) in Midland, United States to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 7,483 kilometers (4,650 miles / 4,041 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southwest at a heading of 230°.

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 United States 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 06:52 in Midland, it's 02:52 in Papeete. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,800 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Midland Airpark.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Midland (MDD) follows a heading of 43° (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 Midland Airpark (MDD) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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