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$332+ Cheap flights from California to French Polynesia

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LAX — PPT
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to French Polynesia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to French Polynesia flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$531
(Flightnetwork)

One-way from

$332
(Gotogate)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,189

Good round-trip deal

$499 or less

Good one-way deal

$389 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to French Polynesia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to French Polynesia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/711:20 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 30mAir Caraïbes
Mon 9/227:00 amPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 05mAir Caraïbes
Deal found 7/30$531
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Fri 8/2211:20 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 30mFrench Bee
Thu 8/287:00 amPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 05mFrench Bee
Deal found 7/29$641
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 10/41:20 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/1110:10 pmPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$694
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2211:20 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/287:00 amPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$708
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 9/203:45 pmSJC - PPT
2 stops30h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/279:10 pmPPT - SJC
2 stops33h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$819
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 12/275:30 pmSJC - PPT
1 stop14h 45mDelta
Tue 12/308:50 amPPT - SJC
1 stop11h 44mDelta
Deal found 7/29$852
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Mon 12/225:55 amOAK - PPT
2 stops26h 20mDelta
Sat 12/278:50 amPPT - OAK
2 stops29h 31mDelta
Deal found 7/29$857
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Tue 10/287:58 pmSMF - PPT
1 stop35h 02mAir Tahiti Nui
Sun 11/27:00 amPPT - SMF
1 stop26h 22mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 7/31$934
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/1510:30 amSAN - PPT
1 stop20h 30mAir Tahiti Nui
Wed 10/297:00 amPPT - SAN
1 stop24h 12mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 7/31$944
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/310:06 amSJC - PPT
1 stop20h 54mAir Tahiti Nui
Wed 9/107:00 amPPT - SJC
1 stop23h 11mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 7/31$947
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 8/308:00 amSAN - PPT
1 stop13h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/59:10 pmPPT - SAN
1 stop12h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$949
This Air Tahiti Nui deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Tahiti Nui is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/48:03 pmOAK - PPT
1 stop33h 57mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/127:00 amPPT - OAK
1 stop14h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$956

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to French Polynesia 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to French Polynesia that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

French Polynesia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sun 9/7

11:20 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop8h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Mon 9/22

7:00 am-6:05 pm

Nonstop8h 05m

$531

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Fri 8/22

11:20 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop8h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 8/28

7:00 am-6:05 pm

Nonstop8h 05m

$641

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sat 10/4

1:20 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop8h 35m

Papeete Faaa

Fri 11/14

10:10 pm-8:25 am

Nonstop8h 15m

$694

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Fri 8/22

11:20 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop8h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 8/28

7:00 am-6:05 pm

Nonstop8h 05m

$708

San JosePapeete

SJC - PPT

SJCPPT

San Jose

Sat 9/20

3:45 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops30h 10m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 9/27

9:10 pm-9:52 am

2 stops33h 42m

$819

San JosePapeete

SJC - PPT

SJCPPT

San Jose

Sat 12/27

5:30 pm-6:15 am

1 stop14h 45m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 12/30

8:50 am-10:34 pm

1 stop11h 44m

$852

OaklandPapeete

OAK - PPT

OAKPPT

Oakland

Mon 12/22

5:55 am-6:15 am

2 stops26h 20m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 12/27

8:50 am-4:21 pm

2 stops29h 31m

$857

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Sun 1/18

7:05 am-5:20 am

1 stop24h 15m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 1/22

11:30 pm-6:04 pm

1 stop16h 34m

$924

SacramentoPapeete

SMF - PPT

SMFPPT

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/28

7:58 pm-4:00 am

1 stop35h 02m

Papeete Faaa

Sun 11/2

7:00 am-11:22 am

1 stop26h 22m

$934

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Wed 10/15

10:30 am-4:00 am

1 stop20h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 10/29

7:00 am-10:12 am

1 stop24h 12m

$944

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Best time to book a flight from California to French Polynesia

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to French Polynesia (average of $605). Flying from California 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to PF?

Find hourly flight availability from California to French Polynesia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to French Polynesia

Explore weekly flight availability from California to French Polynesia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to PF0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 July 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, and Delta from California to French Polynesia to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

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
68 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

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
10,000 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

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
7,981 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

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
8.0
Very good
501 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

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
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

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 California to French Polynesia flight route?

    This flight path from California to French Polynesia was viewed by 6 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 to fly from California to French Polynesia one-way?

    $332 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from French Bee. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Caraïbes and United Airlines, with prices starting from $387 and $394, respectively.

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to French Polynesia (average of $605). Flying from California 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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Top 9 airlines flying from California to French Polynesia

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from California to French Polynesia. 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CaraïbesCheapest$388Average$613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time56%
French BeeCheapest$456Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$566Average$1,098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$633Average$1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$653Average$856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$672Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$751Average$1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$964Average$1,181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$965Average$1,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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