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$329+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to French Polynesia

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SFO — PPT
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to French Polynesia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to French Polynesia flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$560
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$329
(French Bee)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$726

Good round-trip deal

$556 or less

Good one-way deal

$269 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to French Polynesia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to French Polynesia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sun 10/511:20 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 30mFrench Bee
Mon 10/137:00 amPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 05mFrench Bee
Deal found 6/10$559
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 10/2211:20 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 30mAir Caraïbes
Sat 11/87:15 amPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 10mAir Caraïbes
Deal found 6/11$567
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 6/1811:20 pmSFO - MOZ
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/201:45 pmMOZ - SFO
1 stop25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$678
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/1311:20 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/197:00 amPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$682
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 10/181:20 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/309:10 pmPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$753
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/31:25 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 30mLufthansa
Sun 7/69:10 pmPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$770
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1611:05 amSFO - PPT
1 stop21h 10mAir France
Mon 12/298:50 amPPT - SFO
1 stop33h 16mAir France
Deal found 6/11$841
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/158:59 pmSFO - PPT
1 stop11h 16mDelta
Sat 1/178:50 amPPT - SFO
1 stop23h 13mDelta
Deal found 6/9$842
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 10/2411:20 pmSFO - RFP
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/76:45 pmRFP - SFO
1 stop20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$898
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Sat 8/168:49 pmSFO - PPT
1 stop34h 11mAir Tahiti Nui
Wed 9/37:00 amPPT - SFO
1 stop23h 12mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 6/11$930
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 10/2411:20 pmSFO - BOB
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/71:05 pmBOB - SFO
1 stop26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,019
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Wed 6/184:03 pmSFO - MAU
2 stops49h 12mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/254:10 pmMAU - SFO
2 stops20h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$5,402

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to French Polynesia that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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French Polynesia

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sun 6/15

11:20 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop8h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Mon 6/23

7:00 am-6:05 pm

Nonstop8h 05m

$560

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Fri 6/20

11:20 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop8h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 6/26

7:00 am-6:05 pm

Nonstop8h 05m

$578

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Fri 6/20

11:20 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop8h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 6/26

7:00 am-6:05 pm

Nonstop8h 05m

$704

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Fri 6/27

1:25 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop8h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 7/3

9:10 pm-8:20 am

Nonstop8h 10m

$753

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Thu 7/3

1:25 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop8h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Sun 7/6

9:10 pm-8:20 am

Nonstop8h 10m

$770

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Fri 8/22

8:59 pm-5:30 am

1 stop11h 31m

Papeete Faaa

Fri 9/12

7:40 am-11:13 pm

1 stop12h 33m

$842

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sun 7/6

6:50 pm-5:30 am

1 stop13h 40m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 7/31

7:40 am-10:00 am

1 stop23h 20m

$844

San FranciscoRaiatea

SFO - RFP

SFORFP

San Francisco

Fri 10/24

11:20 pm-11:20 am

1 stop15h 00m

Raiatea

Fri 11/7

6:45 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$898

San FranciscoTemae

SFO - MOZ

SFOMOZ

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

11:20 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Temae

Fri 9/5

1:45 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop25h 20m

$924

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sat 8/16

8:49 pm-4:00 am

1 stop34h 11m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 9/3

7:00 am-9:12 am

1 stop23h 12m

$930

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to French Polynesia (average of $607). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to PF?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco 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.

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).

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 June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Francisco to French Polynesia by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

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
8.7
Very good
64 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

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
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

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
7,950 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

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
483 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

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
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to French Polynesia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to French Polynesia. It is only a 11.8 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to French Polynesia flight route?

    Flights from San Francisco to French Polynesia have been viewed 4 times in the past calendar month.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is French Bee, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $329. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Caraïbes and Air Tahiti Nui, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to French Polynesia for a low price.

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

    The most popular flight routes from San Francisco to French Polynesia are San Francisco - Papeete Faaa, San Francisco - Vaitape Motu-Mute and San Francisco - Temae.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to French Polynesia?

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to French Polynesia is $269. On average you can expect to pay $2,783. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Papeete Faaa), can usually be booked for $526.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to French Polynesia.

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to French Polynesia (average of $607). Flying from San Francisco 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 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to French Polynesia

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CaraïbesCheapest$387Average$650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time56%
French BeeCheapest$456Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$639Average$746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$673Average$840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$673Average$765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$751Average$982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,099Average$1,249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,402Average$1,503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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