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$949+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to French Polynesia

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 11/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — PPT
Nov 9 — Nov 161
Sun 11/9
Sun 11/16
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 10, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Tue 11/256:15 amSAN - PPT
2 stops15h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/510:10 pmPPT - SAN
1 stop18h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/8$949
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 11/86:15 amSAN - PPT
2 stops14h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/1810:10 pmPPT - SAN
2 stops22h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/8$954
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Tue 11/45:25 pmSAN - PPT
1 stop36h 35mAir Tahiti Nui
Wed 11/127:00 amPPT - SAN
1 stop13h 59mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 10/9$960
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/167:00 amSAN - PPT
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/237:00 amPPT - SAN
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/8$970
This French Bee deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 French Bee is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2510:12 pmSAN - PPT
1 stop33h 08mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/411:30 pmPPT - SAN
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/8$989
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Thu 11/69:54 amSAN - PPT
1 stop12h 06mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/1110:10 pmPPT - SAN
1 stop20h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/8$1,049
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Tue 11/256:15 amSAN - PPT
1 stop15h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/410:10 pmPPT - SAN
2 stops20h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/8$1,054
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Tue 11/46:38 pmSAN - PPT
1 stop35h 22mAlaska Airlines
Wed 11/127:00 amPPT - SAN
2 stops24h 58mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/8$1,068
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Sun 11/169:10 amSAN - PPT
2 stops20h 50mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/237:00 amPPT - SAN
2 stops23h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/8$1,107
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Fri 12/191:25 pmSAN - PPT
1 stop34h 05mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/247:00 amPPT - SAN
1 stop13h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/8$1,167

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

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

French Polynesia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Thu 2/19

3:59 pm-6:15 am

1 stop16h 16m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 2/28

8:50 am-10:55 pm

1 stop12h 05m

$949

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Tue 11/25

4:07 pm-6:15 am

1 stop16h 08m

Papeete Faaa

Fri 12/5

8:50 am-10:54 pm

1 stop12h 04m

$949

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Tue 11/25

6:15 am-8:00 pm

2 stops15h 45m

Papeete Faaa

Fri 12/5

10:10 pm-3:02 pm

1 stop14h 52m

$949

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Sun 11/30

4:07 pm-6:15 am

1 stop16h 08m

Papeete Faaa

Sun 12/7

8:50 am-10:54 pm

1 stop12h 04m

$949

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Sat 11/8

6:15 am-6:40 pm

2 stops14h 25m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 11/18

10:10 pm-6:34 pm

1 stop18h 24m

$954

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Tue 11/4

5:25 pm-4:00 am

1 stop36h 35m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 11/12

7:00 am-10:59 pm

1 stop13h 59m

$960

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Deals found on 10/10

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to French Polynesia (average of $913). 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 October 10, 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
8.0
Very good
7,970 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
8.0
Very good
7,970 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,970 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
1,467 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,970 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
8,966 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,970 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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.

Related info for your journey

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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.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to French Polynesia?

    For as low as $949, Air France can have you in French Polynesia from San Diego in 15h 45m. The distance between San Diego and French Polynesia is about 4078 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to French Polynesia (average of $913). 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 October 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$901Average$946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$939Average$945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$939Average$945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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