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Dec 4 — Dec 111
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Flights to French Polynesia in 2025

Find the latest flights to French Polynesia in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on November 4, 2025.

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Average price

$1,462

Round-trip from

$731

One-way from

$314
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Fri 12/127:50 amEWR - PPT
1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/257:15 amPPT - EWR
1 stop17h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$731
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Fri 12/121:00 pmJFK - PPT
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/257:15 amPPT - JFK
1 stop19h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$876
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Tue 12/28:29 pmJFK - PPT
1 stop37h 51mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/811:30 pmPPT - JFK
1 stop17h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$952
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Tue 12/26:10 pmEWR - PPT
1 stop40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/811:30 pmPPT - EWR
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,052
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Wed 11/57:05 amEWR - PPT
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/1711:30 pmPPT - EWR
1 stop36h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,064
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Fri 11/71:00 pmJFK - PPT
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/1711:30 pmPPT - JFK
1 stop17h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,083

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NewarkPapeete

EWR - PPT

EWRPPT

Newark

Fri 12/12

7:50 am-5:20 am

1 stop26h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 12/25

7:15 am-5:49 am

1 stop17h 34m

$731

New YorkPapeete

JFK - PPT

JFKPPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-5:20 am

2 stops27h 20m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 1/27

6:00 am-5:53 pm

1 stop30h 53m

$786

New YorkPapeete

JFK - PPT

JFKPPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 12/12

9:30 am-5:20 am

1 stop24h 50m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 12/25

7:15 am-7:29 am

1 stop19h 14m

$904

New YorkPapeete

JFK - PPT

JFKPPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 11/7

1:00 pm-5:20 am

1 stop21h 20m

Papeete Faaa

Mon 11/17

11:30 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop17h 44m

$1,083

New YorkPapeete

JFK - PPT

JFKPPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/11

11:30 am-4:00 am

1 stop21h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-3:23 pm

1 stop27h 23m

$1,090

NewarkPapeete

EWR - PPT

EWRPPT

Newark

Wed 1/21

7:29 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop32h 06m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 1/27

6:00 am-3:29 pm

1 stop28h 29m

$1,155

New YorkPapeete

JFK - PPT

JFKPPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/21

9:30 am-4:00 am

2 stops23h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 1/27

11:45 pm-7:00 am

2 stops26h 15m

$1,161

New YorkPapeete

JFK - PPT

JFKPPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/1

11:30 am-5:20 am

1 stop22h 50m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 2/18

11:59 pm-4:29 pm

2 stops35h 30m

$1,171

NewarkPapeete

EWR - PPT

EWRPPT

Newark

Sun 1/25

5:30 pm-5:20 am

1 stop16h 50m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 2/7

11:30 pm-4:22 pm

2 stops35h 52m

$1,194

NewarkPapeete

EWR - PPT

EWRPPT

Newark

Wed 1/7

5:30 pm-5:20 am

1 stop16h 50m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 2/3

6:00 am-3:29 pm

1 stop28h 29m

$1,248

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Everything you need to know about your flight to French Polynesia

How long is the flight to French Polynesia?

On average, a flight from New York to French Polynesia takes 29 hours 25 minutes. Flights to French Polynesia from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to French Polynesia?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to French Polynesia are Air Canada, WestJet and United Airlines.

WestJet
WestJet
From $64
Air Canada
Air Canada
From $91
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $84
Delta
Delta
From $98

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to French Polynesia?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to French Polynesia are Delta, Air France and United Airlines.

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).

What are the most popular places to fly to in French Polynesia?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to French Polynesia in the last few years. This data was updated on November 4, 2025.
The most popular places in French Polynesia to fly to are Papeete and Vaitape.

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 November 4, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Tahiti Nui, Delta, and Air France to French Polynesia. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
69 reviews

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

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
8.6
Very good
69 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
69 reviews

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

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
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
69 reviews

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

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 France
7.4
Good
1,482 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
69 reviews

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
69 reviews

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
69 reviews

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

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.

FAQs about flying to French Polynesia

  • Can I find cheaper flights to French Polynesia if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to French Polynesia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to French Polynesia?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Frontier is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to French Polynesia.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in French Polynesia?

    Papeete Faaa is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in French Polynesia. One-way flights to Papeete Faaa typically cost $138, while round-trip flights cost around $265.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to French Polynesia?

    A round-trip flight to French Polynesia will typically cost around $1,255, however they can be found for as little as $288.

  • Where does the fastest flight to French Polynesia depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to French Polynesia, Honolulu offers the quickest one-way flight (5 hours 45 minutes).

  • Does Papeete Faaa have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Papeete Faaa can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Papeete Faaa?

    Yes. Papeete Faaa has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Motel Papa Raymond is the closest property to Papeete Faaa (0.0 mi away from Papeete Faaa).

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