Airport Comparison
Papeete (PPT) to Sogamoso (SOX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport (SOX) in Sogamoso, Colombia is 8,794 kilometers (5,464 miles / 4,748 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 80°.
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 Colombia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:47 in Papeete, it's 21:47 in Sogamoso. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,150 feet between the two airports. Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Sogamoso (SOX) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 251° (west 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 Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport (SOX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.