Airport Comparison
| NCY | PPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Annecy-Haute-Savoie-Mont Blanc Airport | Faa'a International Airport |
| IATA Code | NCY | PPT |
| ICAO Code | LFLP | NTAA |
| City | Annecy/Meythet | Papeete |
| Country | France | French Polynesia |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Elevation | 1,521 ft | 5 ft |
| Coordinates | 45.930000, 6.100000 | -17.550000, -149.610000 |
Annecy/Meythet (NCY) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Annecy-Haute-Savoie-Mont Blanc Airport (NCY) in Annecy/Meythet, France to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 16,145 kilometers (10,032 miles / 8,718 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.
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 France with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:13 in Annecy/Meythet, it's 01:13 in Papeete. With a 11-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 1,516 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Annecy-Haute-Savoie-Mont Blanc Airport.
The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Annecy/Meythet (NCY) follows a heading of 30° (north 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 Annecy-Haute-Savoie-Mont Blanc Airport (NCY) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.