Airport Comparison
| PPT | SDM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Faa'a International Airport | Brown Field Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | PPT | SDM |
| ICAO Code | NTAA | KSDM |
| City | Papeete | San Diego |
| Country | French Polynesia | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 5 ft | 526 ft |
| Coordinates | -17.550000, -149.610000 | 32.570000, -116.980000 |
Papeete (PPT) to San Diego (SDM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Brown Field Municipal Airport (SDM) in San Diego, United States is 6,566 kilometers (4,080 miles / 3,545 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 32°.
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 20:18 in Papeete, it's 22:18 in San Diego.
The return flight from San Diego (SDM) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 217° (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 Brown Field Municipal Airport (SDM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.