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

• Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 3:13 pm
• Latest: departs at 10:10 pm and lands at 6:23 am.

The flight takes about 8h 13m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Papeete to San Francisco:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Papeete to San Francisco takes 8h 13m, covering 4,200 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Papeete to San Francisco range from $530 to $772, with an average of $642 over the past 12 months. Anything below $530 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 15% above the $642 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $635 round-trip, compared to $727 via a layover through Los Angeles (LAX).

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 French Bee and Air Caraïbes. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

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%.

French Bee is the only airline on the Papeete to San Francisco route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Papeete to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $332, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

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

• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

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

Most connecting flights from Papeete to San Francisco pass through Los Angeles (LAX), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Papeete to San Francisco. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $580 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $679, a difference of $99.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Papeete and San Francisco. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• French Bee

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.

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.

Among airlines operating Papeete to San Francisco flights:

• French Bee: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

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 always check the fare details before booking.