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$286+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Papeete (PPT)

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 4/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — PPT
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Sun 3/30
Sun 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$547
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$286
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$497

Good round-trip deal

$485 or less

Good one-way deal

$289 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Papeete
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Papeete. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/3011:20 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 30mFrench Bee
Sat 4/57:00 amPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 05mFrench Bee
Deal found 3/24$547
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/3011:20 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 30mAir Caraïbes
Sat 4/57:00 amPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 05mAir Caraïbes
Deal found 3/24$621
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2311:20 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/87:00 amPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$635
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/301:15 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 40mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/59:10 pmPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$670
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Tue 8/196:00 amSFO - PPT
1 stop26h 30mDelta
Mon 9/17:40 amPPT - SFO
1 stop23h 17mDelta
Deal found 3/24$754
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/301:35 pmSFO - PPT
1 stop18h 55mAir France
Sat 4/56:45 pmPPT - SFO
1 stop12h 25mAir France
Deal found 3/24$755
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/306:00 amSFO - PPT
1 stop18h 30mAir Tahiti Nui
Sat 4/511:59 pmPPT - SFO
1 stop20h 45mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 3/24$897
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/169:40 amSFO - PPT
1 stop14h 50mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/3011:30 pmPPT - SFO
2 stops16h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$960

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Papeete 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 March 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Papeete that are best for you.

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San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sun 3/30

11:20 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop8h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 4/5

7:00 am-6:05 pm

Nonstop8h 05m

$547

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sun 3/30

11:20 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop8h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 4/5

7:00 am-6:05 pm

Nonstop8h 05m

$621

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Wed 4/23

11:20 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop8h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 5/8

7:00 am-6:05 pm

Nonstop8h 05m

$635

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sun 3/30

1:15 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop8h 40m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 4/5

9:10 pm-8:20 am

Nonstop8h 10m

$670

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sun 3/30

6:25 pm-5:30 am

1 stop14h 05m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 4/5

6:45 pm-5:26 pm

1 stop19h 41m

$754

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sat 5/24

6:05 am-4:35 pm

1 stop13h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 5/31

6:45 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$766

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sun 3/30

6:00 am-9:30 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 4/5

11:59 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$897

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sat 5/17

7:00 am-9:30 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 5/24

11:30 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops16h 10m

$964

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sun 5/11

11:20 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop8h 30m

$286

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Wed 4/9

11:20 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop8h 30m

$382

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Papeete in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Papeete flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Papeete flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Papeete flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Papeete flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Papeete flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Papeete

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Papeete

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Papeete?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Papeete. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Papeete is 34 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Papeete?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Papeete (average of $631). Flying from San Francisco to Papeete 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to PPT?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Papeete. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Papeete in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 39% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Papeete?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Papeete. Price data was last updated on March 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Papeete flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Papeete by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Papeete 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 Papeete when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Papeete by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Papeete, 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 Papeete

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Papeete. 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 Papeete. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Overall

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

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Overall

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
9,785 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Overall

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
7,890 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Overall

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
2,330 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Overall

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
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Overall

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 San Francisco to Papeete flight route?

    This flight path from San Francisco to Papeete Faaa was viewed by 4 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Papeete round-trip?

    According to our current data, French Bee ($547), Air Caraïbes ($621), and United Airlines ($670) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Papeete. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Papeete for 18% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Papeete one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Papeete are French Bee ($286), Air Caraïbes ($378), and Air Tahiti Nui ($536).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Papeete?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,659 for a flight from San Francisco to Papeete. The cheapest flight overall is $284 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Papeete Faaa) is currently priced at $552.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Papeete that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Papeete flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Papeete?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Papeete.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Papeete?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Papeete 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 Francisco to Papeete?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Papeete (average of $631). Flying from San Francisco to Papeete 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 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to Papeete

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Papeete. 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CaraïbesCheapest$409Average$652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time56%
French BeeCheapest$456Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$640Average$746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$673Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$674Average$765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$804Average$1,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,099Average$1,249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,402Average$1,503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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