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

Flights from San Jose to Papeete usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and arrive at Papeete Faaa (PPT).

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

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

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

Connecting flights from San Jose to Papeete most commonly pass through: • Los Angeles (LAX) - 96% of one-stop connections • Honolulu (HNL) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 73% on flights from San Jose to Papeete. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $619 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,278, a difference of $1,659. 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 Jose to Papeete?

A nonstop flight from San Jose to Papeete takes 00m, covering 4,197 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Jose 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.

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

One-way fares from San Jose to Papeete are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $644, which is 19% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 17m, compared with 16h 58m via Honolulu (HNL).

What is the time difference between San Jose and Papeete?

Papeete is 3 hours behind San Jose (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 Jose to Papeete flight?

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Papeete range from $619 to $990, with an average of $732 over the past 12 months. Anything below $619 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Jose to Papeete?

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Papeete typically range from $619 to $990. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $619, on Delta.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Jose to Papeete?

Delta ($619) and United Airlines ($972) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Jose to Papeete according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from San Jose to Papeete?

Los Angeles (LAX) is the most popular layover for the San Jose to Papeete route. 96% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via LAX.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Jose to Papeete?

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $856. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Jose to Papeete which airport offers the shortest layover?

Los Angeles (LAX) had the shortest average connection time for San Jose to Papeete layovers at 9h 32m over the past 3 months.

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Sat, Mar 27 - Wed, Apr 7

3:45 pm - 6:15 amSJC San Jose-PPT Papeete Faaa

17h 30m1 stop Los Angeles

7:40 am - 2:52 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-SJC San Jose

28h 12m1 stop Los Angeles

$619Delta

Sat, Jan 23 - Sat, Feb 6

1:50 pm - 6:15 amSJC San Jose-PPT Papeete Faaa

18h 25m1 stop Los Angeles

8:50 am - 8:17 amPPT Papeete Faaa-SJC San Jose

21h 27m1 stop Los Angeles

$619Delta

Tue, Dec 22 - Wed, Dec 30

1:59 pm - 6:15 amSJC San Jose-PPT Papeete Faaa

18h 16m1 stop Los Angeles

8:50 am - 8:58 amPPT Papeete Faaa-SJC San Jose

22h 08m1 stop Los Angeles

$619Delta

Sun, Mar 28 - Wed, Apr 7

5:05 pm - 5:30 amSJC San Jose-PPT Papeete Faaa

15h 25m1 stop Los Angeles

7:40 am - 2:52 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-SJC San Jose

28h 12m1 stop Los Angeles

$619Delta

Sun, Jan 24 - Sat, Feb 6

5:05 pm - 6:15 amSJC San Jose-PPT Papeete Faaa

15h 10m1 stop Los Angeles

8:50 am - 6:48 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-SJC San Jose

31h 58m1 stop Los Angeles

$619Delta

Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Feb 6

8:05 pm - 6:15 amSJC San Jose-PPT Papeete Faaa

12h 10m1 stop Los Angeles

8:50 am - 12:54 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-SJC San Jose

26h 04m1 stop Los Angeles

$619Delta

Tue, Jan 26 - Sun, Feb 7

8:05 pm - 6:15 amSJC San Jose-PPT Papeete Faaa

12h 10m1 stop Los Angeles

8:50 am - 6:48 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-SJC San Jose

31h 58m1 stop Los Angeles

$619Delta

Tue, Jan 26 - Fri, Feb 5

1:50 pm - 6:15 amSJC San Jose-PPT Papeete Faaa

18h 25m1 stop Los Angeles

8:50 am - 4:15 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-SJC San Jose

29h 25m1 stop Los Angeles

$619Delta

Wed, Jan 20 - Tue, Feb 9

4:05 pm - 8:00 pmSJC San Jose-PPT Papeete Faaa

29h 55m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

10:10 pm - 9:11 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-SJC San Jose

21h 01m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl

$972United Airlines

Wed, Jan 20 - Sat, Feb 6

4:05 pm - 8:00 pmSJC San Jose-PPT Papeete Faaa

29h 55m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

8:40 pm - 9:11 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-SJC San Jose

22h 31m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl

$972United Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Jose to Papeete? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Jose to Papeete departing in december.

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Cheapest flight	$589

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

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Jose to Papeete?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Jose to Papeete.
How long is a flight from San Jose to Papeete?
A nonstop flight from San Jose to Papeete takes 00m, covering 4,197 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Jose 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.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Jose to Papeete flight?
Round-trip flights from San Jose to Papeete range from $619 to $990, with an average of $732 over the past 12 months. Anything below $619 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from San Jose to Papeete looking right now?
One-way fares from San Jose to Papeete are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $644, which is 19% above the typical average for this route.
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
Which airports can I use when flying from San Jose to Papeete?
Flights from San Jose to Papeete usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and arrive at Papeete Faaa (PPT).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Jose to Papeete pass through?
Connecting flights from San Jose to Papeete most commonly pass through:

• Los Angeles (LAX) - 96% of one-stop connections
• Honolulu (HNL) - 4% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Jose to Papeete?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 73% on flights from San Jose to Papeete. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $619 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,278, a difference of $1,659.

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 much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Jose to Papeete?
Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 17m, compared with 16h 58m via Honolulu (HNL).
What is the time difference between San Jose and Papeete?
Papeete is 3 hours behind San Jose (Tahiti Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $619, about $1,659 less than Monday fares (73% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Jose to Papeete trip for April. Fares historically average $514 round-trip in that month - typically $579 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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