The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Tennant Creek Airport (TCA) in Tennant Creek, Australia is 7,963 kilometers (4,948 miles / 4,300 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west southwest at a heading of 255°.

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 Australia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:10 in Papeete, it's 11:40 in Tennant Creek. With a 19.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,231 feet between the two airports. Tennant Creek Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.

The return flight from Tennant Creek (TCA) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 103° (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 Tennant Creek Airport (TCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.