{ "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Airport", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "addressCountry": "French Polynesia", "addressLocality": "Faaite" }, "airlines": [ "Regional and charter operators" ], "amenityFeature": [ { "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification", "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time", "value": "45 minutes" }, { "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification", "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time", "value": "90 minutes" }, { "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification", "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time", "value": "90 minutes" }, { "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification", "name": "International to International Connection Time", "value": "120 minutes" }, { "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification", "name": "Interline Connection Time", "value": "0 minutes" } ], "city": "Faaite", "code": "FAC", "connection_tips": "Faaite Airport (FAC) is a classic 'outer island' airstrip in the Tuamotu Archipelago of French Polynesia, and understanding its unique logistics is the most important connection tip. The airport is served exclusively by Air Tahiti, typically as part of a 'milk run' flight from Papeete (PPT) that may stop at several other atolls like Fakarava or Anaa. Because these flights use small ATR turboprop aircraft, luggage weight limits are very strictly enforced (often 10kg to 15kg for non-resident passengers); it is essential to weigh your bags before leaving Papeete. A critical connection tip for Faaite is the necessity of pre-arranged boat transfers.\n\nThe airstrip is located on a 'motu' (islet) across the lagoon from the main village; you must coordinate a boat pickup with your local guesthouse or 'pension' host, as there are no on-demand water taxis waiting at the dock. The boat ride itself is a beautiful 15-minute journey across the turquoise lagoon. The terminal is a simple open-air shelter with no amenities\u2014no restrooms, no shops, no Wi-Fi. You must be completely self-sufficient with your own water and sun protection for the wait.\n\nBecause the runway is made of crushed coral, it can become soft and unusable after a heavy tropical downpour, which can lead to sudden flight delays or cancellations. It is highly recommended to build at least a one-day 'buffer' into your return itinerary to avoid missing an international flight from Papeete. Lastly, remember that Faaite is a cash-only economy; there are no ATMs on the atoll, so bring enough French Pacific Francs (XPF) in small denominations for your entire stay. The 'connection' at Faaite is less about airport infrastructure and more about embracing the logistics of a beautiful, isolated Pacific paradise.", "country": "French Polynesia", "flag_url": "https://flagcdn.com/w320/pf.png", "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=XPF", "frequent_traveler_tip": [ "Arrange the boat transfer before landing; the strip is off the main village.", "Air Tahiti enforces tight baggage limits, so weigh bags before flying.", "Carry small XPF notes because Faaite is cash-only.", "Leave a day of buffer in case rain softens the coral runway.", "FAC is a useful entry point to remote Tuamotu island life." ], "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Faaite+Airport", "google_maps_reviews": { "rating": 0.0, "recent_reviews": [], "total_reviews": 0 }, "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=XPF", "iataCode": "FAC", "icao": "NTKF", "international": false, "last_modified": "June 2026", "last_updated": "2026-03-29", "latitude": -16.68657, "layover_planner_info": "Simple open-air shelter with no amenities - no restrooms, shops, or Wi-Fi available. Ground transportation requires pre-arranged boat transfers across lagoon to main village. Complete self-sufficiency essential.", "longitude": -145.329394, "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45, "mct_domestic_to_international": 90, "mct_interline": 110, "mct_international_to_domestic": 90, "mct_international_to_international": 120, "missed_connection_help": "No formal airport staff available - coordinate with Air Tahiti pilots for alternative arrangements. Boat transportation to main village via local guesthouse contacts. Emergency assistance through French Polynesia authorities.", "name": "Faaite Airport", "region": "Oceania", "related_airports": [ { "code": "PPT", "name": "Tahiti Faa'a International" }, { "code": "AAA", "name": "Anaa Airport" }, { "code": "FAV", "name": "Fakarava Airport" }, { "code": "RGI", "name": "Rangiroa Airport" } ], "terminal_info": "Faaite Airport operates a minimal atoll airstrip with a 3,890-foot runway serving this remote island in French Polynesia's Tuamotu Archipelago. The facility provides basic weather shelter with no formal terminal building, where passengers coordinate directly with Air Tahiti and charter operators. Check-in procedures are informal with walking distance from shelter to aircraft approximately 20 meters across the paved runway surface.\n\nPassenger processing is extremely basic with no security screening, customs, or immigration facilities due to domestic French Polynesia operations. The 3,890-foot runway accommodates Air Tahiti's ATR turboprop aircraft that provide regular inter-island service to Tahiti, Fakarava, and other Tuamotu destinations. Weight restrictions are strictly enforced for small aircraft operations, with all luggage manually weighed and balanced according to Air Tahiti protocols.\n\nAmenities consist only of basic weather shelter from tropical Pacific conditions, with no restroom facilities, refreshments, or commercial services available. Passengers must bring all necessary supplies including water and sun protection. The airport is managed by A\u00e9roports de Tahiti (ADT) as part of French Polynesia's domestic air network of 46 territorial airports. Ground access to the main village requires pre-arranged boat transfers across the lagoon, as the airstrip is located on a separate motu (islet) from the main settlement.", "terminal_map_url": "https://www.worlddata.info/oceania/french-polynesia/airports.php" }