POY
Powell
United States
8,076 km
5,018 miles
PPT
Papeete
French Polynesia
Distance
8,076 km
5,018 mi / 4,360 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Denver
Heading
221°
southwest

Airport Comparison

POY PPT
Airport Name Powell Municipal Airport Faa'a International Airport
IATA Code POY PPT
ICAO Code KPOY NTAA
City Powell Papeete
Country United States French Polynesia
Timezone America/Denver Pacific/Tahiti
Elevation 5,096 ft 5 ft
Coordinates 44.870000, -108.790000 -17.550000, -149.610000

Powell (POY) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Powell Municipal Airport (POY) in Powell, United States to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 8,076 kilometers (5,018 miles / 4,360 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southwest at a heading of 221°.

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 18:54 in Powell, it's 15:54 in Papeete. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,091 feet between the two airports. Faa'a International Airport sits lower than Powell Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Papeete (PPT) to Powell (POY) follows a heading of 29° (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 Powell Municipal Airport (POY) and Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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