Airport Comparison
| PPT | YWG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Faa'a International Airport | Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport |
| IATA Code | PPT | YWG |
| ICAO Code | NTAA | CYWG |
| City | Papeete | Winnipeg |
| Country | French Polynesia | Canada |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti | America/Winnipeg |
| Elevation | 5 ft | 783 ft |
| Coordinates | -17.550000, -149.610000 | 49.910000, -97.240000 |
Papeete (PPT) to Winnipeg (YWG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia to Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) in Winnipeg, Canada is 9,086 kilometers (5,646 miles / 4,906 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.
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 16:49 in Papeete, it's 20:49 in Winnipeg. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Winnipeg (YWG) to Papeete (PPT) follows a heading of 230° (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 Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.