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$474+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to French Polynesia

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 12/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — PPT
dic. 25 — ene. 11
jue. 12/25
jue. 1/1
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

Round-trip from

$693
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$474
(Kiwi.com)

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June

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January

Average price

$998
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to French Polynesia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to French Polynesia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on noviembre 25, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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.
mar. 12/99:54 amSAN - PPT
1 stop12h 06mUnited Airlines
sáb. 12/138:40 pmPPT - SAN
1 stop12h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/22$1,049
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/266:15 amSAN - PPT
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/37:00 amPPT - SAN
1 stop34h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/25$1,077
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
mié. 11/266:15 amSAN - PPT
1 stop23h 45mAlaska Airlines
mié. 12/37:00 amPPT - SAN
2 stops24h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/25$1,181
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
jue. 11/276:15 amSAN - PPT
1 stop15h 45mUnited Airlines
sáb. 11/298:40 pmPPT - SAN
1 stop12h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/23$1,339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
dom. 11/238:40 pmSAN - PPT
2 stops49h 20mUnited Airlines
sáb. 11/298:40 pmPPT - SAN
1 stop12h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/23$1,356
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
mié. 11/2610:09 amSAN - PPT
2 stops19h 51mAmerican Airlines
mié. 12/311:59 pmPPT - SAN
2 stops19h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25$1,362
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/2210:10 pmSAN - PPT
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
lun. 12/297:15 amPPT - SAN
1 stop14h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/23$1,521
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
lun. 12/2210:10 pmSAN - PPT
2 stops26h 25mAlaska Airlines
lun. 12/2911:59 pmPPT - SAN
2 stops30h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/23$1,624

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to French Polynesia that are best for you.

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San Diego

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French Polynesia

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Price

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

dom. 1/18

10:35 am-5:20 am

1 stop20h 45m

Papeete Faaa

sáb. 1/31

11:30 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$850

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

mié. 1/7

4:01 pm-4:00 am

1 stop13h 59m

Papeete Faaa

mié. 1/14

7:00 am-10:07 am

1 stop25h 07m

$940

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

sáb. 2/21

8:59 pm-5:20 am

1 stop34h 21m

Papeete Faaa

sáb. 2/28

11:30 pm-7:01 am

2 stops29h 31m

$992

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

mar. 12/9

9:54 am-8:00 pm

1 stop12h 06m

Papeete Faaa

sáb. 12/13

8:40 pm-10:40 am

1 stop12h 00m

$1,049

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

sáb. 2/21

6:15 am-6:40 pm

1 stop14h 25m

Papeete Faaa

jue. 2/26

10:10 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop18h 38m

$1,049

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

vie. 11/28

7:31 pm-5:20 am

2 stops59h 49m

$500

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

dom. 12/21

9:10 am-5:20 am

1 stop22h 10m

$524

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

mar. 12/23

10:25 pm-5:20 am

1 stop32h 55m

$593

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

vie. 12/19

5:17 pm-5:20 am

1 stop14h 03m

$600

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

vie. 11/28

5:10 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop30h 20m

$609

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to French Polynesia

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to French Polynesia (average of $588). Flying from San Diego to French Polynesia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $943). 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.

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 noviembre 25, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Air France, and United Airlines from San Diego to French Polynesia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,497 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,044 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to French Polynesia?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to French Polynesia. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to French Polynesia?

    The most popular route from San Diego to French Polynesia is San Diego - Papeete Faaa. You may also consider San Diego - Vaitape Motu-Mute or San Diego - Fare.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to French Polynesia?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to French Polynesia (average of $588). Flying from San Diego to French Polynesia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $943). 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 3 airlines flying from San Diego to French Polynesia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 noviembre 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$939Average$947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$939Average$947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$939Average$945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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