Airport Comparison
Papeete (PPT) to Collins Bay (YKC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Collins Bay Airport (YKC) in Collins Bay, Canada is 9,416 kilometers (5,851 miles / 5,084 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 22°.
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 14:21 in Papeete, it's 18:21 in Collins Bay. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,336 feet between the two airports. Collins Bay Airport sits higher than Faa'a International Airport.
The return flight from Collins Bay (YKC) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 223° (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 Collins Bay Airport (YKC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.