Airport Comparison
Papeete (PPT) to Port Vila (VLI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Port Vila Bauerfield Airport (VLI) in Port Vila, Vanuatu is 4,449 kilometers (2,764 miles / 2,402 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west at a heading of 263°.
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 Vanuatu. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:07 in Papeete, it's 14:07 in Port Vila. With a 21-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 Port Vila (VLI) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 96° (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 Port Vila Bauerfield Airport (VLI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.