Airport Comparison
| PPT | SNA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Faa'a International Airport | John Wayne/Orange County Airport |
| IATA Code | PPT | SNA |
| ICAO Code | NTAA | KSNA |
| City | Papeete | Santa Ana |
| Country | French Polynesia | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 5 ft | 56 ft |
| Coordinates | -17.550000, -149.610000 | 33.680000, -117.870000 |
Papeete (PPT) to Santa Ana (SNA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to John Wayne/Orange County Airport (SNA) in Santa Ana, United States is 6,616 kilometers (4,111 miles / 3,572 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.
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 08:49 in Papeete, it's 10:49 in Santa Ana.
The return flight from Santa Ana (SNA) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 216° (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 John Wayne/Orange County Airport (SNA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.