Airport Comparison
Papeete (PPT) to Arctic Bay Airport (YAB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Arctic Bay Airport (YAB) in Arctic Bay Airport, Canada is 11,088 kilometers (6,890 miles / 5,987 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting French Polynesia with Canada. 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 01:02 in Papeete, it's 05:02 in Arctic Bay Airport. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Arctic Bay Airport (YAB) 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 Arctic Bay Airport (YAB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.