Airport Comparison
Papeete (PPT) to Vanua Balavu (VBV) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Vanua Balavu Airport (VBV) in Vanua Balavu, Fiji is 3,113 kilometers (1,934 miles / 1,681 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 266°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting French Polynesia with Fiji. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:46 in Papeete, it's 04:46 in Vanua Balavu. With a 22-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Vanua Balavu (VBV) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 95° (east). 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 Vanua Balavu Airport (VBV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.