Geography of Faa'a International Airport
Geography of Faa'a International Airport: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Faa'a International Airport
Moorea is 15 mi to the west, Matira Beach is 158 mi to the north-west and Bora Bora is 159 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 17°33′13.3″S 149°36′25.2″W (-17.5537, -149.607)
Quick facts about Faa'a International Airport
| Type | Airport |
|---|---|
| City | Papeete |
| Country | French Polynesia |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 17°33′13.3″S 149°36′25.2″W (-17.5537, -149.607) |
| IATA code | PPT |
| Local time | 7:52 AM (UTC-10:00) |
| Best months | August |
| Climate | Tropical |
Summary
Faa'a International Airport is an airport in Papeete. Faa'a International Airport (PPT) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 76°F (25°C) in Faa'a International Airport with overcast. It feels like 78°F. Today runs from 67°F to 80°F. Chance of precipitation is 4%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Faa'a International Airport is August. The climate is tropical. February, March and September tend to be the least comfortable months. March is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 70°F.
Nearby highlights include Moorea, Matira Beach and Bora Bora.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 80°F is in line with the 83°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. outdoors is the strongest bet in Faa'a International Airport today at 9.5/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Faa'a International Airport month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 87° | 75° | 23,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 88° | 75° | 15,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 88° | 75° | 9,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 87° | 75° | 8,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 87° | 74° | 7,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 84° | 72° | 6,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 83° | 70° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 83° | 70° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 83° | 71° | 10,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | 84° | 72° | 11,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 85° | 73° | 18,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 86° | 75° | 24,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Faa'a International Airport?
Faa'a International Airport is an airport in Papeete. Its coordinates are -17.5537, -149.607. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Faa'a International Airport right now?
It is currently 76°F (25°C) with overcast. Humidity is 62% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Faa'a International Airport?
August offer the most comfortable conditions in Faa'a International Airport, which has a tropical climate. February, March and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Faa'a International Airport in?
Faa'a International Airport observes Pacific/Tahiti (UTC-10:00). The local time is 7:52 AM.
What are the top things to do in Faa'a International Airport?
Popular options include Moorea, Matira Beach and Bora Bora.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 7:52 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
