PPT
Papeete
French Polynesia
7,217 km
4,484 miles
TCS
Truth Or Consequences
United States
Distance
7,217 km
4,484 mi / 3,897 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Pacific/Tahiti
Heading
38°
northeast

Airport Comparison

PPT TCS
Airport Name Faa'a International Airport Truth Or Consequences Municipal Airport
IATA Code PPT TCS
ICAO Code NTAA KTCS
City Papeete Truth Or Consequences
Country French Polynesia United States
Timezone Pacific/Tahiti America/Denver
Elevation 5 ft 4,862 ft
Coordinates -17.550000, -149.610000 33.240000, -107.270000

Papeete (PPT) to Truth Or Consequences (TCS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Truth Or Consequences Municipal Airport (TCS) in Truth Or Consequences, United States is 7,217 kilometers (4,484 miles / 3,897 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.

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 09:12 in Papeete, it's 12:12 in Truth Or Consequences. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,857 feet between the two airports. Truth Or Consequences Municipal Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.

The return flight from Truth Or Consequences (TCS) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 225° (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 Truth Or Consequences Municipal Airport (TCS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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