Airport Comparison
| PPT | TNP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Faa'a International Airport | Twentynine Palms Airport |
| IATA Code | PPT | TNP |
| ICAO Code | NTAA | KTNP |
| City | Papeete | Twentynine Palms |
| Country | French Polynesia | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 5 ft | 1,888 ft |
| Coordinates | -17.550000, -149.610000 | 34.130000, -115.950000 |
Papeete (PPT) to Twentynine Palms (TNP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Twentynine Palms Airport (TNP) in Twentynine Palms, United States is 6,762 kilometers (4,201 miles / 3,651 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 19:03 in Papeete, it's 21:03 in Twentynine Palms.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,883 feet between the two airports. Twentynine Palms Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.
The return flight from Twentynine Palms (TNP) 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 Twentynine Palms Airport (TNP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.