Airport Comparison
| PPT | PQI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Faa'a International Airport | Presque Isle International Airport |
| IATA Code | PPT | PQI |
| ICAO Code | NTAA | KPQI |
| City | Papeete | Presque Isle |
| Country | French Polynesia | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 5 ft | 534 ft |
| Coordinates | -17.550000, -149.610000 | 46.690000, -68.040000 |
Papeete (PPT) to Presque Isle (PQI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Presque Isle International Airport (PQI) in Presque Isle, United States is 10,797 kilometers (6,709 miles / 5,830 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.
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 French Polynesia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:22 in Papeete, it's 18:22 in Presque Isle. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Presque Isle (PQI) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 252° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Faa'a International Airport (PPT) and Presque Isle International Airport (PQI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.