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$288+ Cheap flights from French Polynesia to California

PPT — LAX
Nov 21 — Nov 281
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Cheapest flights from French Polynesia to California

Mon 11/97:15 am -
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Wed 11/2510:40 pm -
Nonstop8h 40m
Deal found 10/20$477
Thu 12/247:15 am -
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Deal found 10/18$506
Mon 11/97:15 am -
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Wed 11/2510:40 pm -
Nonstop8h 40m
Deal found 10/17$521
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Deal found 10/20$570
Sat 12/267:15 am -
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Sun 1/310:40 pm -
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Deal found 10/21$593
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Fri 12/2510:40 pm -
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Deal found 10/19$595
Fri 11/68:50 am -
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Thu 11/1211:50 pm -
Nonstop8h 25m
Deal found 10/21$604
Sat 12/511:30 pm -
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Deal found 10/21$608
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Deal found 10/20$611
Tue 11/310:10 pm -
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Thu 11/126:00 am -
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Deal found 10/20$612
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Sun 10/257:50 pm -
1 stop12h 30m
Deal found 10/17$622
Fri 12/258:50 am -
Nonstop8h 00m
Wed 12/3011:50 pm -
Nonstop8h 25m
Deal found 10/16$625

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$425
(Flightnetwork)

One-way from

$288
(Booking.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$908

Good round-trip deal

$659 or less

Good one-way deal

$405 or less
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From French Polynesia to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($131 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT Papeete Faaa - SFO San Francisco

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Mon 11/9

7:15 am-5:30 pm

Nonstop8h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$298

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT Papeete Faaa - SFO San Francisco

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Mon 2/22

7:15 am-5:30 pm

Nonstop8h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$298

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT Papeete Faaa - SFO San Francisco

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Sat 12/26

7:15 am-5:30 pm

Nonstop8h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$323

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT Papeete Faaa - SFO San Francisco

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Thu 11/12

10:10 pm-8:25 am

Nonstop8h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$445

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT Papeete Faaa - SFO San Francisco

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Sat 11/14

8:40 pm-6:55 am

Nonstop8h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$446

PapeeteLos Angeles

PPT Papeete Faaa - LAX Los Angeles

PPTLAX

Papeete Faaa

Tue 11/3

10:10 pm-7:17 pm

1 stop19h 07m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$454

PapeeteSan Diego

PPT Papeete Faaa - SAN San Diego

PPTSAN

Papeete Faaa

Sat 3/27

7:15 am-1:46 pm

1 stop27h 31m

San Diego

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$459

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT Papeete Faaa - SFO San Francisco

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Sat 1/9

11:30 pm-9:03 am

2 stops31h 33m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$478

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT Papeete Faaa - SFO San Francisco

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Sat 11/14

11:30 pm-7:27 am

2 stops29h 57m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$478

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT Papeete Faaa - SFO San Francisco

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Sat 12/19

7:15 am-5:30 pm

Nonstop8h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$512

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Everything you need to know about your flight from French Polynesia to California

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from French Polynesia to California (average of $662). Flying from French Polynesia to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,005). 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 PF to CA?

When flying from French Polynesia to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How far ahead should I book a flight from French Polynesia to California?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from French Polynesia to California, you should look to book at least 14 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

See what other customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui,Delta, andAir France from French Polynesia to California have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from French Polynesia to California?

    Airlines like French Bee, United Airlines, and Delta fly from French Polynesia to California in about 8h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 16m. The distance from French Polynesia to California is about 4105 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from French Polynesia to California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is French Bee, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $269. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Caraïbes and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from French Polynesia to California for a low price.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from French Polynesia to California 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 French Polynesia to California?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from French Polynesia to California (average of $662). Flying from French Polynesia to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,005). 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 6 airlines flying from French Polynesia to California

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
French BeeCheapest$399Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$517Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$528Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$536Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$620Average$771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
American AirlinesCheapest$759Average$999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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