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6120 Km
7 hour 40 min
Sydney Kingsford Smith - Mascot - Kingsford Smith - Sydney Airport

Transportation to Papeete Airport from the City Center

It is very easy to reach Faaa International Airport, which is located near the city center of Papeete, one of the leading centers of the French Polynesia. In the city center, you can easily find a taxi before 06:00 pm and arrive directly at Faaa International Airport. Those who prefer another means of transportation can get on a bus that is more economical at the same time. It is also possible to find a car from one of the local or international car rental companies and travel from the center of Papeete to Faaa International Airport with the car you have rented.

From the airport, you can fly to cities such as Los Angeles, Tokyo, Auckland, Paris and Santiago with direct or connecting flights.

Taxi

In Papeete city center, you can easily find a taxi for your transportation to the airport from morning till evening. It may be a little harder to find a taxi in the city after 06:00 pm.

Passengers arriving at Faaa International Airport by taxi usually pay 23 dollars during daytime hours. This amount can be a little more for those with much luggage. If you get on the taxi with another person, this amount can also increase.

When you call a taxi from your hotel in the center of Papeete, your taxi will be ready in just a few minutes. Before getting on the taxi, you can learn from the driver how much it costs to travel to Faaa International Airport and if you find the amount high, you can bargain on the fare. If you don’t bargain about the amount and directly get on the car, the driver can demand a higher fare because taxis in the city charge more if passengers get on the car without bargaining.

You can plan your travel to the airport by getting in contact with a taxi in advance and in this way, you can save time and money.

Private Shuttle

Shuttles belonging to private companies are another ideal alternative for passengers travelling from Papeete to Faaa International Airport. These shuttles are a little more expensive than taxis for those traveling alone, but if you use the shuttle with a few people together, you can benefit from this service economically. There is not much distance between Papeete and Faaa Airport. However, travelling to the airport with this alternative can be a little longer than taxi.

Bus

The means of transportation known as 'Le Truck' can be used to travel to Faaa Airport from certain parts of Papeete for affordable prices. These buses depart from certain points in Papeete and are therefore not as comfortable as taxis that provide direct transportation. However, you can also prefer these buses, which are also commonly used by those living in Papeete and nearby places, for a cheaper travel.

Car Rental

In the center, it is possible to find the offices of many local or international car rental companies such as Hertz, Daniel Rent A Car, AVIS and Robert Rent A Car. You can directly come to Faaa International Airport by renting your car from Papeete and leave it to the car rental office here. It is very easy to find Faaa International Airport by following the signs and directions on the road. When you arrive at the terminal of Faaa Airport, you can leave your car in parking areas of the airport, if you wish you can park here for a few hours.

Renting a car is ideal for those who also plan to visit the nearby places. The car rental offices located at Faaa International Airport offer a great advantage for those who want to leave the car at the airport before leaving the city.

Airport Information

Faaa International Airport is located near Papeete, which is one of the popular centers of French Polynesia. From the airport, there are regular flights to cities such as Tokyo, Paris and Santiago, Los Angeles and Auckland.

In the terminal of Faaa Airport, there are check-in desks, resting and waiting rooms, restaurants, bars, cafés, and stores where the souvenirs reflecting of culture of the region are sold. The airport also has a foreign exchange office and internet connection throughout the terminal. You can also enjoy more comfortable seats, delicious food and drinks in the VIP passenger lounge which will welcome you at Faaa International Airport.

If you need to leave your luggage for a while, you can benefit from the lockers which can be used for short time.

Last Updated: 13 Nov 2017

Transportation to Sydney City Center from Airport

Sydney Airport is a major international airport located 8 km from the city center. There are a variety of transportation alternatives passengers can use to get to the city center from Sydney Airport, by both road and rail, including taxis, buses, trains, rental cars, and bikes.

Taxi

One of the most convenient transportation alternatives to get to the city center from Sydney Airport is by taxi. Taxis are accessible from each terminal, with designated taxi stands available. Curbside attendants can help passengers arrange 5-seater taxis, van taxis for larger groups, wheelchair accessible taxis, and taxis with baby seats if needed. Taxi fares to Sydney City from the airport range between $45-55. The airport also features a pre-book taxi service. For more information on taxi fares and services please visit Sydney Airport’s website.

Bus

Taking the bus from Sydney Airport to the city center is another convenient transportation alternative. There are a number of bus routes that provide transportation from the airport to the city center. Buses depart from the terminals and enable you to get to the city center quickly. Buses are also a cheaper option when compared to taxis. For more information on bus routes please visit Sydney Airport’s website.

Train

The train is another great method of transportation to get to the city center from the airport. Trains to the city depart from the domestic terminal train station and the international terminal train station. It takes 13 minutes to get to the city center from Sydney Airport by train, making it an affordable and comfortable transportation alternative. Trains operate every day of the week and run every 10 minutes.

Bike

Traveling by bicycle is one of the oldest and one of the greenest methods of transportation. The use of bicycles continues to increase as a means of protecting the environment. Sydney Airport is an airport that places great importance on the environmentally friendly and positive impact that cycling has. The airport features bike racks located at each terminal. You can follow the designated bike paths to get to the city center from the airport.

Rental Car

Renting a car is a great way to get to the city center from the airport and a great way to get around in the city during your trip. Rental car counters are located on the arrivals level of the terminals. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Avis, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, Hertz, Thrifty and Redspot.

Last Updated: 10 Jun 2019

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Which airports can I use for Papeete-Sydney flights?

For Papeete-Sydney flights, you can use Faaa Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Rose Bay Water Airport, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Mascot - Kingsford Smith - Sydney Airport, Palm Beach Water Airport, Sydney West Airport for arrival.

How many kilometers is the flight distance from Papeete-Sydney and how long does the flight take?

The flight distance between Papeete-Sydney is 6120 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 7 hour 40 minutes.

Which day is the most convenient for Papeete-Sydney flights?

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Papeete-Sydney flights is Monday.

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