Airport Comparison
| PPT | RRG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Faa'a International Airport | Sir Charles Gaetan Duval Airport |
| IATA Code | PPT | RRG |
| ICAO Code | NTAA | FIMR |
| City | Papeete | Port Mathurin |
| Country | French Polynesia | Mauritius |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti | Indian/Mauritius |
| Elevation | 5 ft | 95 ft |
| Coordinates | -17.550000, -149.610000 | -19.760000, 63.360000 |
Papeete (PPT) to Port Mathurin (RRG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Sir Charles Gaetan Duval Airport (RRG) in Port Mathurin, Mauritius is 14,523 kilometers (9,024 miles / 7,842 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying southwest at a heading of 222°.
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 Mauritius. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:25 in Papeete, it's 02:25 in Port Mathurin. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Port Mathurin (RRG) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 137° (southeast). 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 Sir Charles Gaetan Duval Airport (RRG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.