Airport Comparison
| PPT | SCZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Faa'a International Airport | Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova Airport |
| IATA Code | PPT | SCZ |
| ICAO Code | NTAA | AGGL |
| City | Papeete | Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova |
| Country | French Polynesia | Solomon Islands |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti | Pacific/Guadalcanal |
| Elevation | 5 ft | 18 ft |
| Coordinates | -17.550000, -149.610000 | -10.720000, 165.790000 |
Papeete (PPT) to Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova (SCZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova Airport (SCZ) in Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova, Solomon Islands is 4,858 kilometers (3,018 miles / 2,623 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west at a heading of 273°.
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 Solomon Islands. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:08 in Papeete, it's 07:08 in Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova. With a 21-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 Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova (SCZ) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 104° (east 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 Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova Airport (SCZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.