Airport Comparison
| PPT | VPS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Faa'a International Airport | Eglin Afb/Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport |
| IATA Code | PPT | VPS |
| ICAO Code | NTAA | KVPS |
| City | Papeete | Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach |
| Country | French Polynesia | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 5 ft | 84 ft |
| Coordinates | -17.550000, -149.610000 | 30.480000, -86.530000 |
Papeete (PPT) to Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach (VPS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Eglin Afb/Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport (VPS) in Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach, United States is 8,600 kilometers (5,344 miles / 4,644 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.
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 08:15 in Papeete, it's 12:15 in Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach (VPS) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 241° (west 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 Eglin Afb/Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport (VPS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.