Faa'a International Airport Travel Guide
Faa'a International Airport travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Faa'a International Airport is an airport in Papeete. Faa'a International Airport (PPT) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 75°F (24°C) in Faa'a International Airport with overcast. It feels like 83°F. Today runs from 71°F to 87°F. Chance of precipitation is 59%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.8/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
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 slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 87°F is 4.9°F above the 83°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Faa'a International Airport today at 9.4/10. Visibility is down to 0,3 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Faa'a International Airport
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Coordinates: 17°33′13.3″S 149°36′25.2″W (-17.5537, -149.607)
Weather in Faa'a International Airport right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 7:48 AM, Aug 22 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 80° / 70°
Light drizzle · 10% rain · wind 10 mph
🌦️ 81° / 67°
Drizzle · 8% rain · wind 6 mph
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 | 7:48 AM (UTC-10:00) |
| Best months | August |
| Climate | Tropical |
Things to do in Faa'a International Airport
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Faa'a International Airport.
Best time to visit Faa'a International Airport
Go in August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: February, March and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- If your dates are flexible, avoid February, March and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 75°F (24°C) with overcast. Humidity is 94% and wind is 6 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 7:48 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 22, 2026 at 7:48 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
