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$346+ Cheap flights from French Polynesia to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PPT — LAX
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$386
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$346
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$562

Good round-trip deal

$491 or less

Good one-way deal

$579 or less
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Cheapest flights from French Polynesia to California
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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/247:00 amPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 05mFrench Bee
Wed 5/711:20 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 30mFrench Bee
Deal found 4/22$386
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/137:15 amPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 10mAir Caraïbes
Wed 1/2810:40 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 40mAir Caraïbes
Deal found 4/23$477
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/16:45 pmPPT - LAX
Nonstop8h 45mDelta
Fri 5/912:10 amLAX - PPT
Nonstop8h 20mDelta
Deal found 4/24$507
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/109:10 pmPPT - LAX
1 stop14h 57mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/1810:47 amLAX - PPT
1 stop11h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$513
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/179:10 pmPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/121:20 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$522
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/108:50 amPPT - SFO
1 stop23h 10mDelta
Thu 1/296:00 amSFO - PPT
1 stop26h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/23$539
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/17:00 amPPT - LAS
1 stop13h 31mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/910:49 amLAS - PPT
1 stop21h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$552
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/157:40 amPPT - SFO
1 stop28h 12mAir France
Mon 6/305:05 pmSFO - PPT
2 stops15h 25mAir France
Deal found 4/22$559
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/257:40 amPPT - LAX
Nonstop8h 05mAir France
Tue 4/2910:45 amLAX - PPT
Nonstop8h 50mAir France
Deal found 4/22$562
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Thu 5/17:00 amPPT - LAX
1 stop13h 31mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/76:46 amLAX - PPT
1 stop25h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$594
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Mon 4/287:00 amPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/411:20 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$628
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/311:30 pmPPT - LAX
2 stops21h 00mAlaska Airlines
Fri 5/911:15 amLAX - PPT
2 stops37h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/23$677

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Customize your flight search to find flights from French Polynesia to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from French Polynesia to California that are best for you.

Fly from

French Polynesia

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT - SFO

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Mon 6/16

7:00 am-6:05 pm

Nonstop8h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 6/25

11:20 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop8h 30m

$386

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT - SFO

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Sat 9/6

7:00 am-6:05 pm

Nonstop8h 05m

San Francisco

Fri 10/3

11:20 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop8h 30m

$482

PapeeteLos Angeles

PPT - LAX

PPTLAX

Papeete Faaa

Sat 5/17

6:45 pm-6:30 am

Nonstop8h 45m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/24

10:45 am-4:35 pm

Nonstop8h 50m

$507

PapeeteLos Angeles

PPT - LAX

PPTLAX

Papeete Faaa

Sat 5/10

9:10 pm-3:07 pm

1 stop14h 57m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/18

10:47 am-6:55 pm

1 stop11h 08m

$513

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT - SFO

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Tue 6/17

9:10 pm-8:20 am

Nonstop8h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

1:20 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop8h 35m

$522

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT - SFO

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Mon 6/16

7:40 am-9:58 am

1 stop23h 18m

San Francisco

Wed 6/25

6:50 pm-5:30 am

1 stop13h 40m

$540

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT - SFO

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Sun 6/15

7:40 am-2:52 pm

1 stop28h 12m

San Francisco

Mon 6/30

5:05 pm-5:30 am

2 stops15h 25m

$559

PapeeteLos Angeles

PPT - LAX

PPTLAX

Papeete Faaa

Mon 5/12

7:00 am-10:04 pm

1 stop12h 04m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/23

6:31 pm-4:50 am

1 stop13h 19m

$618

PapeeteLos Angeles

PPT - LAX

PPTLAX

Papeete Faaa

Sat 6/7

11:30 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops21h 00m

Los Angeles

Sat 6/14

10:10 am-9:30 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$718

PapeeteLos Angeles

PPT - LAX

PPTLAX

Papeete Faaa

Sat 5/10

11:59 pm-10:50 am

Nonstop7h 51m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/18

4:20 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop8h 10m

$733

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Best time to book a flight from French Polynesia to California

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from French Polynesia to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from French Polynesia to California (average of $246). Flying from French Polynesia to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PF to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from French Polynesia to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

When flying from French Polynesia to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from French Polynesia to California

Explore weekly flight availability from French Polynesia to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

The most flights from PF0 to USCA are scheduled on a Saturday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated April 24, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines and Delta from French Polynesia to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
469 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,393 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

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  • How popular is this French Polynesia to California flight route?

    Within the past month, 2 users have taken a look at flights from French Polynesia to California.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from French Polynesia to California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is French Bee, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $346. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Caraïbes and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from French Polynesia to California for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from French Polynesia to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on French Polynesia to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from French Polynesia to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from French Polynesia to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from French Polynesia to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from French Polynesia to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from French Polynesia to California (average of $246). Flying from French Polynesia to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from French Polynesia to California

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from French Polynesia to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
French BeeCheapest$337Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$384Average$638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$461Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$461Average$623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$567Average$767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
American AirlinesCheapest$789Average$1,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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