Airport Comparison
| PMD | PPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport | Faa'a International Airport |
| IATA Code | PMD | PPT |
| ICAO Code | KPMD | NTAA |
| City | Palmdale | Papeete |
| Country | United States | French Polynesia |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Elevation | 2,543 ft | 5 ft |
| Coordinates | 34.630000, -118.080000 | -17.550000, -149.610000 |
Palmdale (PMD) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) in Palmdale, United States to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 6,691 kilometers (4,158 miles / 3,613 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southwest at a heading of 215°.
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 13:58 in Palmdale, it's 11:58 in Papeete.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,538 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport.
The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Palmdale (PMD) 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 Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.