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$651+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to French Polynesia

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 6/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — PPT
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

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One-way from

$651
(Alaska Airlines)

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February

Average price

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to French Polynesia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to French Polynesia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/97:45 pmSAN - PPT
1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/177:00 amPPT - SAN
1 stop21h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$662
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/237:57 pmSAN - PPT
1 stop11h 53mAir Caraïbes
Mon 5/267:00 amPPT - SAN
1 stop21h 39mAir Caraïbes
Deal found 3/25$686
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sat 5/106:15 amSAN - PPT
1 stop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/189:10 pmPPT - SAN
2 stops17h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$936
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sat 4/56:15 pmSAN - PPT
1 stop14h 15mDelta
Sat 4/127:40 amPPT - SAN
1 stop30h 17mDelta
Deal found 3/26$951
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sat 11/110:10 amSAN - PPT
2 stops23h 05mAir France
Mon 11/108:50 amPPT - SAN
1 stop12h 04mAir France
Deal found 3/26$973
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/812:30 pmSAN - PPT
2 stops18h 30mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/1712:30 amPPT - SAN
2 stops15h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,459
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Wed 5/76:15 amSAN - BOB
3 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/146:40 pmBOB - SAN
3 stops33h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,778
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Sat 11/15:15 pmSAN - PPT
2 stops35h 15mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/93:00 amPPT - SAN
2 stops42h 44mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/26$1,922
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Wed 6/183:35 pmSAN - PPT
1 stop15h 25mAir Tahiti Nui
Wed 6/257:00 amPPT - SAN
1 stop13h 59mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 3/26$6,402

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French Polynesia

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San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Fri 5/9

7:45 pm-4:50 am

1 stop12h 05m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 5/17

7:00 am-7:39 am

1 stop21h 39m

$662

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Fri 5/23

7:57 pm-4:50 am

1 stop11h 53m

Papeete Faaa

Mon 5/26

7:00 am-7:39 am

1 stop21h 39m

$686

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Sat 5/10

9:50 am-6:55 pm

1 stop12h 05m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 5/17

9:10 pm-5:51 pm

2 stops17h 41m

$936

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Mon 5/12

7:35 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop24h 00m

Papeete Faaa

Mon 5/19

7:40 am-11:11 pm

1 stop12h 31m

$951

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Mon 5/19

2:10 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop29h 25m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 5/28

7:40 am-4:25 pm

2 stops29h 45m

$987

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Sat 6/28

6:25 am-9:50 pm

2 stops18h 25m

Papeete Faaa

Mon 7/7

11:59 pm-7:19 pm

2 stops16h 20m

$1,509

San DiegoVaitape

SAN - BOB

SANBOB

San Diego

Wed 5/7

6:15 am-8:00 am

3 stops28h 45m

Vaitape Motu-Mute

Wed 5/14

6:40 pm-7:13 am

3 stops33h 33m

$1,778

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Wed 6/18

3:35 pm-4:00 am

1 stop15h 25m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 6/25

7:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop13h 59m

$6,402

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Deals found on 3/26

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to French Polynesia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to French Polynesia

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to French Polynesia (average of $622). Flying from San Diego to French Polynesia in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,253). 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.

Rainfall in French Polynesia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in French Polynesia ranges from 1.6 - 13.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. August is typically the driest time to visit French Polynesia when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in French Polynesia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to French Polynesia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of May, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing French Polynesia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to French Polynesia. 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 French Polynesia. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

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
8.7
Very good
61 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

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
9,798 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

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
7,896 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

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 France
7.4
Good
1,424 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

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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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to French Polynesia?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to French Polynesia. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to French Polynesia?

    The most popular route from San Diego to French Polynesia is San Diego - Papeete Faaa. You may also consider San Diego - Vaitape Motu-Mute or San Diego - Raiatea.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to French Polynesia 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 San Diego to French Polynesia.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to French Polynesia 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 San Diego to French Polynesia?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to French Polynesia (average of $622). Flying from San Diego to French Polynesia in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,253). 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 3 airlines flying from San Diego to French Polynesia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to French Polynesia. 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$901Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$939Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$939Average$942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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