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$888+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to French Polynesia

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — PPT
Apr 27 — May 41
Sun 4/27
Sun 5/4
1 adult, Economy
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February

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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 April 22, 2025.

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/510:15 pmSAN - PPT
1 stop33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/147:00 amPPT - SAN
1 stop26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$888
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/105:27 pmSAN - PPT
1 stop13h 33mAir Tahiti Nui
Wed 9/177:00 amPPT - SAN
1 stop14h 12mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 4/21$943
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.
Thu 6/56:15 amSAN - PPT
2 stops15h 40mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/149:10 pmPPT - SAN
1 stop20h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$948
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/126:15 amSAN - PPT
1 stop26h 15mDelta
Sat 6/217:40 amPPT - SAN
1 stop12h 13mDelta
Deal found 4/21$953
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Thu 6/269:46 amSAN - PPT
2 stops22h 44mAir France
Wed 7/97:40 amPPT - SAN
1 stop12h 14mAir France
Deal found 4/20$975
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/810:27 amSAN - PPT
2 stops20h 33mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/1712:30 amPPT - SAN
2 stops15h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/21$1,461
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 4/246:15 amSAN - BOB
3 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/266:25 pmBOB - SAN
3 stops34h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20$1,659
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1710:45 amSAN - PPT
2 stops40h 45mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/233:00 amPPT - SAN
2 stops36h 49mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/21$1,814
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/214:50 pmSAN - PPT
1 stop30h 40mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/2911:30 pmPPT - SAN
2 stops36h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/21$2,053

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San Diego

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French Polynesia

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Thu 6/5

10:15 pm-4:50 am

1 stop33h 35m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 6/14

7:00 am-12:15 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$888

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Thu 6/5

6:15 am-6:55 pm

2 stops15h 40m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 6/14

9:10 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop20h 26m

$948

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Thu 6/12

6:15 am-5:30 am

1 stop26h 15m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 6/21

7:40 am-10:53 pm

1 stop12h 13m

$953

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Thu 6/26

9:46 am-5:30 am

2 stops22h 44m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 7/9

7:40 am-10:54 pm

1 stop12h 14m

$975

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Sat 6/28

4:24 pm-5:05 am

2 stops15h 41m

Papeete Faaa

Mon 7/7

11:59 pm-7:19 pm

2 stops16h 20m

$1,511

San DiegoVaitape

SAN - BOB

SANBOB

San Diego

Sun 6/1

6:15 am-10:10 am

3 stops30h 55m

Vaitape Motu-Mute

Sun 6/8

5:45 pm-11:56 pm

3 stops27h 11m

$3,015

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Deals found on 4/21

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 $620). 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 April 22, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Air France and United Airlines from San Diego to French Polynesia to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,441 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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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 - Fare.

  • 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to French Polynesia?

    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 $620). 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 April 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$901Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$939Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$939Average$943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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