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Cheapest round-trip
$828
Typical prices: $958-$1,242
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Thu 9/13Wed 9/19
SAN - PPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$574
Typical prices: $553-$718
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Thu 10/18
SAN - PPT • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Diego and Papeete. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 37% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
San Francisco (SFO)
Cheapest • Avg $1,094 (round-trip)
Los Angeles (LAX)
Shortest trip • 12h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Papeete (SAN-PPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Papeete

Sun, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 19
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6:34 pm - 9:10 pmSAN  San Diego-PPT Papeete Faaa
53h 36m2 stops Kahului Honolulu
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11:30 pm - 8:25 amPPT  Papeete Faaa-SAN San Diego
29h 55m2 stops Honolulu Oakland
$828Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 24
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10:28 am - 9:10 pmSAN  San Diego-PPT Papeete Faaa
37h 42m2 stops San Francisco Honolulu
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7:00 am - 8:25 amPPT  Papeete Faaa-SAN San Diego
22h 25m1 stop San Francisco
$837Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 19
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10:28 am - 4:40 amSAN  San Diego-PPT Papeete Faaa
21h 12m1 stop San Francisco
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7:00 am - 6:19 pmPPT  Papeete Faaa-SAN San Diego
32h 19m1 stop San Francisco
$841Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 19
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6:34 pm - 9:10 pmSAN  San Diego-PPT Papeete Faaa
53h 36m2 stops Kahului Honolulu
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11:30 pm - 12:20 pmPPT  Papeete Faaa-SAN San Diego
33h 50m2 stops Honolulu San Francisco
$851Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 24
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9:23 pm - 4:40 amSAN  San Diego-PPT Papeete Faaa
34h 17m1 stop San Jose
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7:00 am - 8:25 amPPT  Papeete Faaa-SAN San Diego
22h 25m1 stop San Francisco
$855Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Mon, Jan 11
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8:33 pm - 5:20 amSAN  San Diego-PPT Papeete Faaa
34h 47m1 stop San Francisco
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7:15 am - 8:20 amPPT  Papeete Faaa-SAN San Diego
23h 05m1 stop San Francisco
$865Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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6:37 am - 10:35 pmSAN  San Diego-PPT Papeete Faaa
17h 58m2 stops Portland Los Angeles
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11:45 pm - 10:04 amPPT  Papeete Faaa-SAN San Diego
32h 19m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco
$1,261Alaska Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 6
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7:00 am - 10:35 pmSAN  San Diego-PPT Papeete Faaa
17h 35m2 stops Portland Los Angeles
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9:30 pm - 7:52 pmPPT  Papeete Faaa-SAN San Diego
20h 22m3 stops Los Angeles Portland San Francisco
$1,293Alaska Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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6:20 am - 8:00 pmSAN  San Diego-PPT Papeete Faaa
15h 40m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco
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10:10 pm - 12:13 pmPPT  Papeete Faaa-SAN San Diego
12h 03m1 stop San Francisco
$1,590United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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9:38 am - 8:00 pmSAN  San Diego-PPT Papeete Faaa
12h 22m1 stop San Francisco
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10:10 pm - 6:35 pmPPT  Papeete Faaa-SAN San Diego
18h 25m1 stop San Francisco
$1,590United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Papeete flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San Diego to Papeete with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Papeete?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Papeete, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 26% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Papeete?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Papeete at $658 round-trip.
  • June ($1,920) and December ($1,498) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 191% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for San Diego to Papeete flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$574
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Diego to Papeete

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Papeete based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Diego to Papeete flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Papeete?

    Flights from San Diego to Papeete usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Papeete Faaa (PPT).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Papeete?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Diego to Papeete:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Diego to Papeete pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Diego to Papeete most commonly connect through:

    • San Francisco (SFO) - 97% of one-stop connections
    • Honolulu (HNL) - 2% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 2% of one-stop connections

    San Francisco (SFO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Papeete?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the San Diego to Papeete route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $949 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,326, a difference of $377. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from San Diego to Papeete?

    A nonstop flight from San Diego to Papeete takes 0h 00m, covering 4,078 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Diego to Papeete?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Papeete?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from San Diego to Papeete changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $828 to $6,733. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Diego to Papeete looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Diego to Papeete are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,043, which is 79% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Diego to Papeete?

    Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 14m, compared with 13h 19m via San Francisco (SFO) and 14h 18m via Honolulu (HNL).

  • What is the time difference between San Diego and Papeete?

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

  • What car rental options are available at Papeete Faaa Airport (PPT)?

    Papeete Faaa Airport (PPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Europcar
    · Avis
    · Thrifty
    · keddy by Europcar

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Diego to Papeete flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to Papeete range from $958 to $1,242, with an average of $1,050 over the past 12 months. Anything below $958 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Diego to Papeete flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $949 - about $377 less than Saturday (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Papeete trip for February. Fares historically average $658 round-trip in that month - typically $1,262 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from San Diego to Papeete

Information on your arrival and departure airports

San Diego (SAN)
Papeete (PPT)