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$618
Typical prices: $502-$704
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$618
Typical prices: $652-$1,005
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Cheap Flights to Papeete

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights to Papeete that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Papeete

Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 17
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5:00 pm - 6:15 amSFO  San Francisco-PPT Papeete Faaa
39h 15m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles Los Angeles
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8:50 am - 4:21 pmPPT  Papeete Faaa-SFO San Francisco
29h 31m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Salt Lake City
$618Air France
Sun, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 7
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5:00 pm - 6:15 amSFO  San Francisco-PPT Papeete Faaa
15h 15m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles Los Angeles
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8:50 am - 12:30 pmPPT  Papeete Faaa-SFO San Francisco
49h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Salt Lake City
$618Air France
Sun, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 12
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10:40 pm - 5:20 amSFO  San Francisco-PPT Papeete Faaa
8h 40mnonstop
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7:15 am - 5:30 pmPPT  Papeete Faaa-SFO San Francisco
8h 15mnonstop
$618French Bee
Sun, Aug 30 - Sat, Sep 5
Delta Logo
7:13 am - 5:30 amSFO  San Francisco-PPT Papeete Faaa
25h 17m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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7:40 am - 10:15 pmPPT  Papeete Faaa-SFO San Francisco
11h 35m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$619Delta
Thu, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 8
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4:55 pm - 5:30 amSFO  San Francisco-PPT Papeete Faaa
15h 35m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
Delta Logo
7:40 am - 1:25 pmPPT  Papeete Faaa-SFO San Francisco
26h 45m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$619Delta
Fri, Jan 8 - Sat, Jan 30
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7:55 pm - 9:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-PPT Papeete Faaa
27h 35m1 stop Honolulu
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:30 pm - 6:40 pmPPT  Papeete Faaa-SFO San Francisco
17h 10m2 stops Honolulu Kahului
$619Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Tue, Jan 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:55 pm - 9:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-PPT Papeete Faaa
27h 35m1 stop Honolulu
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:25 pm - 6:40 pmPPT  Papeete Faaa-SFO San Francisco
17h 15m2 stops Honolulu Kahului
$619Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Thu, Dec 24
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10:40 pm - 5:20 amSFO  San Francisco-PPT Papeete Faaa
8h 40mnonstop
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7:15 am - 5:30 pmPPT  Papeete Faaa-SFO San Francisco
8h 15mnonstop
$631French Bee
Sun, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 19
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11:20 pm - 4:40 amSFO  San Francisco-PPT Papeete Faaa
8h 20mnonstop
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7:00 am - 6:05 pmPPT  Papeete Faaa-SFO San Francisco
8h 05mnonstop
$650Air Caraïbes
Sun, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 19
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11:20 pm - 4:40 amSFO  San Francisco-PPT Papeete Faaa
8h 20mnonstop
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7:00 am - 6:05 pmPPT  Papeete Faaa-SFO San Francisco
8h 05mnonstop
$652Air Caraïbes
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Papeete

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What is the cheapest flight to Papeete?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 5 days.

In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to Papeete was found on the route from San Francisco, at $614 return. The most popular connection is from Los Angeles to Papeete and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $950 in the last 5 days.

How much is a flight to Papeete?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Papeete from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

A flight to Papeete costs $846 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $306 and departed from San Francisco. The most popular routes on KAYAK are San Francisco to Papeete which costs $787 on average, and Los Angeles to Papeete, which costs $1,277 on average.

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What is the cheapest day to fly to Papeete?

The average price of all round-trip flights to Papeete clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Papeete is Wednesday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $795. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Thursday, where round-trip prices are $1,037 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Papeete?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights to Papeete, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Papeete is March, where tickets cost $772 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and September, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is $1,229 and $1,148 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is October with an average price of $528.

What is a good deal for flights to Papeete?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Papeete, 25% of our users found tickets to Papeete for the following prices or less: From San Francisco $666 round-trip, from Los Angeles $1,077 round-trip.

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$315
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FAQs - booking Papeete flights

  • What are the transportation options at Papeete Airport?

    Transportation options at the airport in Papeete are rather limited, so the best solution is to check with your hotel if they offer airport transfers. The hotels with such services include Le Meridien Tahiti, Pension Ahitea Lodge, and Tahiti Pearl Beach Resort. If your hotel does not come with a shuttle service, you can order a taxi from the ground transportation area, but make sure to agree on the fare before the ride as the taxis are not metered.

  • Are there banking services available at the airport in Papeete?

    Yes, Banque Socredo offers its services at the airport from 8:00 am until 4:30 pm from Monday to Friday. You will find it in the domestic terminal, while an ATM is available 24 hours per day in the main lobby. It is also possible to exchange money at Tahiti Exchange situated in the international terminal of the airport.

  • Is it possible to store luggage at Papeete Airport?

    Yes, there is a storage facility available in the international terminal of Papeete airport, conveniently situated between the arrival and departure zone. The opening hours are from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm, and the prices depend on the size of your bag.

  • Can I rent a car at the airport in Papeete?

    Yes, there are four car rental companies offering their services at Papeete Airport: Avis, Europcar, Hertz, and Tahiti Easy Car. You will find them in the public area of the domestic terminal, near the arrivals area.

  • Can I take my pet to Tahiti International Airport (PPT)?

    You may travel with your furry friend or service animal to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport (PPT) but must follow specific regulations. There's an official veterinary for Biosecurity at the airport, where pets are inspected upon arrival. Your cat or dog must be in a spacious cabin, and make sure you have a vaccination booklet, import permit, and health and weight certificate on hand.

  • What other island destinations does Papeete Airport (PPT) serve?

    Suppose you're heading to Bora Bora, Moorea, or Huahine islands. In that case, we recommend flying to Faa'a International Airport (PPT), the biggest airport in French Polynesia, where you can connect with a domestic flight to your destination. The airport is home to about 12 airlines, unlike other international airports in the country, which are operated by one or two airlines.

  • What is there to see at Tahiti International Airport (PPT)?

    Experience a warm Tahitian welcome outside the airport's terminal, where women present handicrafts, shell leis, and traditional flower bouquets. Tahiti uses lei to express greetings, love, friendship, honor, and celebration.

  • How do people with reduced mobility navigate Tahiti Faa'a International Airport (PPT)?

    Carriers serving Papeete Airport (PPT) provide aisle wheelchairs compatible with most electric and personal standard models. Passengers who cannot manage stairs are deplaned using a hi-lift. They will also be guided by airport staff to move around other areas of the terminal building.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Papeete?

    In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to Papeete was found on the route from San Francisco, at $614 return. The most popular connection is from Los Angeles to Papeete and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $950 in the last 5 days.

  • How far is Papeete Faaa Airport from central Papeete?

    Central Papeete is 3 miles away from Papeete Faaa Airport.

  • What is the name of Papeete’s airport?

    Papeete is served by Papeete Faaa Airport, also commonly referred to as Fa'a'ā Intl, Faaa, Papeete, or Tahiti. The airport code is PPT.

  • How much is a flight to Papeete?

    On average, a flight to Papeete costs $846. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $306 and departed from San Francisco Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Papeete?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Papeete.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Papeete?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Papeete is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Papeete?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Papeete with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Papeete?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Papeete up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Papeete

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Papeete? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Papeete for the following prices or less: From Honolulu $778, from San Francisco $1,780, from Los Angeles $2,204
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Papeete flight deals.
  • Decided on vacation on Tahiti? Papeete Airport, also known as Tahiti International Airport (PPT), welcomes you to the paradise that is French Polynesia. Despite its rather small size, the airport in Papeete offers all the necessary facilities and services that you can expect at the airport, including lounges, a post office, and some convenience shops.
  • Going to French Polynesia for the very first time? US citizens who go there for leisure purposes and stay in the country no longer than 90 days do not have to obtain a visa. Do not forget to take your passport, which should be valid for at least 3 months from the arrival.
  • Arriving late to Papeete? Don’t waste time on transferring into the city at night and catch up on a bit of sleep in one of the hotels near the airport. Tahiti Airport Motel is located right across the street from the airport so it will take you just a few minutes to get there. Alternatively, you can choose Ahitea Lodge, which offers airport transfers for a fee. For more demanding travelers there is InterContinental Tahiti Resort & Spa a short drive from the airport.
  • Those who happen to travel to Papeete for business or just want to catch up on some work can make use of the comfortable Business Center located in the domestic terminal of the airport
  • Hungry after flying into Papeete? Though not the biggest, Papeete Airport has a decent range of dining places so you won’t have an issue finding something tasty. For example, besides fast food at McDonald’s, you can enjoy a cup of coffee with some pastries at ATRIUM Terrasse.
  • If you're looking to fly to Tahiti in the shortest time, look no further than airports offering nonstop cheap flights to Papeete Airport (PPT). These include Seattle-Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA), Los Angeles Intl Airport (LAX), San Francisco Intl Airport (SFO), and Honolulu International Airport (HNL).
  • Consider Air Tahiti Nui (codeshares with Alaska Airlines) for a direct SEA-PPT flight. Alaska Airlines and Delta also serve passengers from Seattle and usually have stopovers at Dallas/Fort Worth Intl Airport (DFW) and Los Angeles Intl Airport (LAX). American Airlines is the best option for nonstop flights from LAX-PPT if you're in Los Angeles or San Diego. United Airlines flies directly to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) from San Francisco Intl Airport (SFO), making it an excellent option for travelers from San Francisco and San Jose.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Papeete

 
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Air Tahiti NuiOverall score based on 79 reviews
7.4Entertainment
8.5Boarding
7.7Comfort
7.6Food
8.8Crew
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It was so hot. Check in and flight attendants not very friendly

2.0 MediocreJennevy, Mar 2026
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It was so hot. Check in and flight attendants not very friendly

Seats too close together. Seats should not recline without additional space between seats.. Meal service and seat reclining is a huge problem.

Gate change at boarding was announced last minute and was far away from the original gate, and no text or email was sent to alert you; they kept spraying air freshener ugh! You could barely hear the announcements;

Our flight was canceled a few hours prior to our scheduled departure. I was advised to book a new flight on another airline and we would be reimbursed for the original flight. Of course, that was denied and we're out $700. Many Alaska Airlines were canceled that day due to computer issues. This is completely unfair to us and we should be reimbursed for the extra money we had to spend.

I’m not an airline food fan but the service was excellent!

Really good experience. Was reasonably priced, Boarding was easy, on time, and service was great. No complaints at all :)

The service was really nice. The wine was great and the food was good. More water offered during the flight would have been nice.

Seats were roomy. Staff was great offering free drinks and refills constantly. Everything was very clean.

Reclining seats with leg rest! Amazing flight crew! Loved the food! Everything was perfect!

Very friendly and professional crew from check in to be working to flight crew to disembarkation.

Flight was delayed and we were on the runway after landing for 30 mins

The plane is old. There was water dripping fown from the air cooling system. The toilets were mot that clean

We were delayed so pilots can rest and had no WiFi the whole trip. First class seats are small compared to other planes

The experience was bad. Flight was delayed to handle maintenance (understandable) but still there was some dew forming and dropping as droplets on few seats. Internet at best was allowing some browsing but at a snail pace.

We were delayed 2 hours because of a broken seat. Other than that it was a very nice flight.

There needs to be better accommodations for waiting passengers. A a designated standing space that is separated and away from concourse traffic.

My seats are comfortable because I choose to fly in the exit rows and this time upgraded to first class with minimum sky miles. Otherwise, I would not be happy in regular seats or even middle comfort seats. Onboarding on the return flight from Nashville to Atlanta was hot and very uncomfortable for over 30 minutes due to extreme hot weather. However, Delta should provide some other air flow option as it was almost unbearable until 10 minutes after take-off. First class seats should be equipped with cup holders. Currently, the middle console is used and is flat and prone to spilling drinks.

Delta was fine though my flight was delayed 4 hours into LGA and my return into ORD involved a taxi of 1+ hour to the gate

wifi too slow or would not connect and entertainment kept on freezing

Cancelled my flight. Left me in airport for 12 hours. Rude gate attendants. Worst delta experience I’ve had. I hope they have a focus group and return to thinking about customer service.

The app logs you out right when you are boarding requiring all passwords and reservation number for the flight. Super annoying

The pre-order only approach for fresh food is really challenging

This flight has a history of leaving late, however, I was pleasantly surprised that it was not delayed this day. The flight went smooth, except I was in a window seat and the wall and my feet were freezing. I found it difficult to sleep due to being so cold, I also was using 2 provided UAL blankets and could not get my feet warm. This was annoying, but I still made it there on time and safe.

Staff didn't seem confident about the ingredients in my lactose intolerance meal

the seat has a problem. the back had a hole.

The back to back mechanical delays from Denver to San Diego and then on my return flight from Denver to Great Falls it added extra time both ways

Really old place. Not as clean as it should be, tray tables needed better cleaning. The items, trays and some other items need to b6 engineered. Anything task you or crew may do is incredibly load, seriously engineer for quiet smooth, easy. Just opening and closing the tray table is actually dangerous and can easily injure a finger. I'm sure it happens as it happened to me! First time I used United and likely will be the last!

Like the fact that the boarding was expedited. But the delay and chaos around the onboarding was not appreciated.

For an 8.5 hour flight the service on board lacked a bit. Service start was slow, the food was worse than usual and they skipped the snack they were supposed to deliver before landing.

We sat on the plane for three hours while they fixed something and then we waited for 30 other people to board the plane. They texted us 7 times adding on to the delay. No food or drinks were offered for those three hours while I watched the flight attendants eating and drinking while we waited to leave.

The plane left late and there were four gate changes. Fortunately they were all in the same terminal. The crew was truly outstanding. There were only nuts to eat due to the very short flight time. Beverages were as expected.

Flight was delayed 2.5 hours at the start. They kept saying mechanical issues and changed gates several times. Then when we landed, they kept us on the tarmac for 1 hr because they didnt have gate staff to pull out a bridge. Its insane that they cannot have 2-3 people to operate a bridge for a flight with 100 people? Then the baggage claim, bags took over 45 minutes to arrive. All in all, I was scheduled to arrive at 6:30 PM local time and I didn't leave the airport till 10:40 PM local time. Its a shame and makes me never want to fly American again.

We enjoy the professionalism and cleanliness of the staff and aircraft. We are grateful to the experiences pilots and flight crew

They have no employees/gate agents in Huntsville. Only one gate is operational

Due to weather AA chose the poor option of redirecting my next flight to Gol airlines after 23 hours of wait. Their desk is not open during the day. Seats don’t really recline so falling asleep is a horrible challenge. Only one meal for an overnight flight. Poor experience, cheap partnership.

Flight was very delayed. That made me lose the next flight. Rebooked for 23 hours later without any compensation and using a worse airline. I did not expect that from AA. Disappointing.

We landed slightly early but then sat in holding area waiting for our gate to clear out for about an hour, so technically we arrived one hour late at the gate at ORD. The airport may be partially responsible here, but regardless of who is responsible, it was a bad experience to be so close yet unable to get off the plane.

Terrific flight, had a good seat. Flight crew was wonderful, boarding was drama free. And we arrived early.

Good flight, regional jet so old and seats could use an upgrade

It was ok because it’s a short flight. The attendants weren’t friendly and didn’t serve any beverages even through they announced that they would. Also. The attendants looked messy, not presentable

It's acceptable.! 3 days late arrival of luggage. The problem can be due to airport services

I died before the flight, and they would not refund my ticket.

Excellent-boarding was quick and efficient, plenty of room in board. Friendly crew

Best price around. The food has gotten worse,,,might actually be better to board with one's own food... On time, professional staff at airport and on board.

I received an email and text message from French Bee less than 24 hours prior to my flight that there was a flight change. That flight change indicated that my flight had already left yet the message went out just under an hour before the new departure time. When calling French Bee staff (located in Texas so open at central time) they only said “sorry for the inconvenience “ and never offered or supplied information about a rebooking or what took place even when asked. They had a very blasé attitude about the entire situation. I had to buy a ticket on another airline because I was not told what was going on! A ticket to fly internationally on the same day!!!$$$$$$ so disappointing

Check in was in time. No free food. Not even water. Was asked to pay for water. Disgusting!

Economy seats are too tight for a long haul flight. The meal was surprisingly good, though it was surprising to learn that even coffee and tea were extra pay. They also don’t distribute water regularly.

Expensive long flight from SFO to PPT. Even at basic fare its very expensive given what you get and you get absolutely nothing... they even charge for the water...and if you are not french the crew will treat you like a intruder...very bad experience during my worlwide travel experience...

Nothing, the flight was reasonable and good in all aspects

The food was so bad. Why can’t airlines serve decent food anymore.

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