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$1,674+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Tahiti

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 6/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — PPT
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Wed 4/9
Wed 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,674
(United)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$915
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Tahiti
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Tahiti. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/146:00 amSBA - PPT
1 stop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/249:10 pmPPT - SBA
1 stop17h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,674
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 7/302:00 pmSBA - PPT
2 stops39h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 8/44:00 amPPT - SBA
2 stops34h 43mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/3$2,854
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Wed 7/306:12 amSBA - PPT
2 stops24h 48mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/411:59 pmPPT - SBA
3 stops19h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/3$6,646

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Santa Barbara

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Tahiti

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Santa BarbaraPapeete

SBA - PPT

SBAPPT

Santa Barbara

Sat 6/14

6:00 am-6:55 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 6/24

9:10 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$1,674

Santa BarbaraPapeete

SBA - PPT

SBAPPT

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/30

2:00 pm-2:25 am

2 stops39h 25m

Papeete Faaa

Mon 8/4

4:00 am-5:43 pm

2 stops34h 43m

$2,854

Santa BarbaraPapeete

SBA - PPT

SBAPPT

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/30

6:12 am-4:00 am

2 stops24h 48m

Papeete Faaa

Mon 8/4

11:59 pm-10:04 pm

3 stops19h 05m

$6,646

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Deals found on 4/3

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Tahiti

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Tahiti

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

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

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

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

Temperature in Tahiti by month

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

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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tahiti. 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 Tahiti. Reviews last updated April 4, 2025.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
461 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
461 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
461 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,618 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
461 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
461 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Santa Barbara to Tahiti, you will be flying from Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara (SBA) is just 8.0 mi from the center of the city.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Tahiti 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 Tahiti?

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