Airport Comparison
Papeete (PPT) to Shell Mera (PTZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) in Shell Mera, Ecuador is 8,002 kilometers (4,972 miles / 4,321 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 86°.
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 French Polynesia with Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:49 in Papeete, it's 14:49 in Shell Mera. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,460 feet between the two airports. Rio Amazonas Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.
The return flight from Shell Mera (PTZ) 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 Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.