Airport Comparison
| NUQ | PPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Moffett Federal Airfield | Faa'a International Airport |
| IATA Code | NUQ | PPT |
| ICAO Code | KNUQ | NTAA |
| City | Mountain View | Papeete |
| Country | United States | French Polynesia |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Elevation | 37 ft | 5 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.420000, -122.050000 | -17.550000, -149.610000 |
Mountain View (NUQ) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Moffett Federal Airfield (NUQ) in Mountain View, United States to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 6,759 kilometers (4,200 miles / 3,650 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southwest at a heading of 210°.
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 18:25 in Mountain View, it's 16:25 in Papeete.
The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Mountain View (NUQ) follows a heading of 25° (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 Moffett Federal Airfield (NUQ) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.