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Among airlines operating Papeete to San Francisco flights:

• French Bee: offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

2 airlines operate flights between Papeete and San Francisco. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
• United Airlines
• French Bee

Flights from Papeete to San Francisco usually depart from Papeete Faaa (PPT) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• French Bee: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Air Caraïbes: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Papeete to San Francisco.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $631 round-trip, compared to $724 via a layover through Papeete Faaa (PPT).

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A350-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Caraïbes and French Bee. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

Connecting flights from Papeete to San Francisco most commonly pass through:

• Los Angeles (LAX) - 95% of one-stop connections
• Papeete Faaa (PPT) - 5% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 12% on the Papeete to San Francisco route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $599 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $679, a difference of $80. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Night is the busiest departure period on Papeete to San Francisco flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

A nonstop flight from Papeete to San Francisco takes 8h 07m, covering 4,200 miles.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Papeete to San Francisco:

• Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 3:07 pm
• Latest: departs at 10:10 pm and lands at 6:17 am.

The flight takes about 8h 07m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 20% above the route average of $641. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

One-way fares from Papeete to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $344, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 33m, compared with 19h 44m via Papeete Faaa (PPT).

San Francisco is 3 hours ahead of Papeete (Pacific Time vs Tahiti Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Thrifty
· Europcar
· Dollar
· Hertz
· Fox

Round-trip flights from Papeete to San Francisco range from $531 to $792, with an average of $641 over the past 12 months. Anything below $531 counts as a good deal.