Airport Comparison
| PPT | UPN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Faa'a International Airport | Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport |
| IATA Code | PPT | UPN |
| ICAO Code | NTAA | MMPN |
| City | Papeete | N/A |
| Country | French Polynesia | Mexico |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 5 ft | 5,258 ft |
| Coordinates | -17.550000, -149.610000 | 19.400000, -102.040000 |
Papeete (PPT) to Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport (UPN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport (UPN) in Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport, Mexico is 6,623 kilometers (4,115 miles / 3,576 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.
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 Mexico. 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 16:37 in Papeete, it's 20:37 in Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,253 feet between the two airports. Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon 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 Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport (UPN) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 235° (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 Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport (UPN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.