PPT
Papeete
French Polynesia
6,941 km
4,313 miles
PVF
Placerville
United States
Distance
6,941 km
4,313 mi / 3,748 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Pacific/Tahiti
Heading
25°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

PPT PVF
Airport Name Faa'a International Airport Placerville Airport
IATA Code PPT PVF
ICAO Code NTAA KPVF
City Papeete Placerville
Country French Polynesia United States
Timezone Pacific/Tahiti America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 5 ft 2,586 ft
Coordinates -17.550000, -149.610000 38.720000, -120.750000

Papeete (PPT) to Placerville (PVF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Placerville Airport (PVF) in Placerville, United States is 6,941 kilometers (4,313 miles / 3,748 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 25°.

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 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 09:37 in Papeete, it's 11:37 in Placerville.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,581 feet between the two airports. Placerville Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.

The return flight from Placerville (PVF) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 211° (south 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 Placerville Airport (PVF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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