Airport Comparison
Papeete (PPT) to Franz Josef Aerodrome (WHO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Franz Josef Aerodrome (WHO) in Franz Josef Aerodrome, New Zealand is 4,737 kilometers (2,944 miles / 2,558 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southwest at a heading of 224°.
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 New Zealand. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:33 in Papeete, it's 02:33 in Franz Josef Aerodrome. With a 23-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 Franz Josef Aerodrome (WHO) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 66° (east northeast). 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 Franz Josef Aerodrome (WHO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.