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$1,624+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) 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 4/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — PPT
Apr 7 — Apr 141
Mon 4/7
Mon 4/14
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$1,624
(United Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$915
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to French Polynesia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to French Polynesia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Fri 4/188:00 amSBA - PPT
1 stop13h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/119:10 pmPPT - SBA
1 stop19h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,624
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Fri 4/181:17 pmSBA - PPT
3 stops18h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/117:00 amPPT - SBA
2 stops26h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$6,722

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to French Polynesia that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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French Polynesia

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Santa BarbaraPapeete

SBA - PPT

SBAPPT

Santa Barbara

Fri 4/18

8:00 am-6:55 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Papeete Faaa

Sun 5/11

9:10 pm-8:09 pm

1 stop19h 59m

$1,624

Santa BarbaraPapeete

SBA - PPT

SBAPPT

Santa Barbara

Fri 4/18

1:17 pm-5:05 am

3 stops18h 48m

Papeete Faaa

Sun 5/11

7:00 am-12:34 pm

2 stops26h 34m

$6,722

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Deals found on 4/1

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to French Polynesia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to French Polynesia

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to French Polynesia (average of $620). Flying from Santa Barbara 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 2, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,616 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,616 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,616 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,616 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to French Polynesia?

    Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Santa Barbara to French Polynesia. It is only a 8.0 mi journey to Santa Barbara (SBA) from Santa Barbara’s city center.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to French Polynesia?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to French Polynesia (average of $620). Flying from Santa Barbara 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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