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$442+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to French Polynesia

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WAS — PPT
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to French Polynesia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to French Polynesia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

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Thu 5/297:59 pmIAD - PPT
1 stop38h 51mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/57:00 amPPT - IAD
2 stops25h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$938
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/286:38 pmDCA - PPT
1 stop16h 12mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/57:00 amPPT - DCA
1 stop28h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,061
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/289:00 amIAD - PPT
1 stop25h 00mAir Tahiti Nui
Wed 6/47:00 amPPT - IAD
1 stop18h 36mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 4/28$1,073
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Wed 5/285:00 pmDCA - PPT
1 stop17h 00mAir Tahiti Nui
Wed 6/47:00 amPPT - DCA
1 stop32h 59mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 4/28$1,088
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Fri 5/236:37 amBWI - PPT
1 stop18h 18mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/299:10 pmPPT - BWI
2 stops28h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,135
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Sat 6/1412:19 pmBWI - PPT
2 stops46h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/217:00 amPPT - BWI
3 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,158
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Fri 6/136:15 amBWI - BOB
3 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/206:45 pmBOB - BWI
3 stops28h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,162
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Fri 7/187:59 pmIAD - PPT
2 stops31h 31mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/211:30 pmPPT - IAD
2 stops49h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,421
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Fri 7/186:58 pmDCA - PPT
2 stops32h 32mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/211:30 pmPPT - DCA
2 stops39h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,449
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Wed 6/1112:40 pmIAD - BOB
3 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/187:15 pmBOB - IAD
3 stops34h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,455
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Sun 11/22:07 pmBWI - PPT
2 stops19h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/167:00 amPPT - BWI
2 stops24h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,511
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Tue 5/277:25 pmIAD - HUH
2 stops18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/36:55 pmHUH - IAD
2 stops30h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,550

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 April 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to French Polynesia that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Papeete

IAD - PPT

IADPPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/29

7:59 pm-4:50 am

1 stop38h 51m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 6/5

7:00 am-2:42 pm

2 stops25h 42m

$938

Washington, D.C.Papeete

DCA - PPT

DCAPPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/28

6:38 pm-4:50 am

1 stop16h 12m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 6/5

7:00 am-5:38 pm

1 stop28h 38m

$1,061

Washington, D.C.Papeete

IAD - PPT

IADPPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/28

9:00 am-4:00 am

1 stop25h 00m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 6/4

7:00 am-7:36 am

1 stop18h 36m

$1,073

Washington, D.C.Papeete

DCA - PPT

DCAPPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/28

5:00 pm-4:00 am

1 stop17h 00m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 6/4

7:00 am-9:59 pm

1 stop32h 59m

$1,088

BaltimorePapeete

BWI - PPT

BWIPPT

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 5/23

6:37 am-6:55 pm

1 stop18h 18m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 5/29

9:10 pm-8:07 am

2 stops28h 57m

$1,135

BaltimorePapeete

BWI - PPT

BWIPPT

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 6/14

12:19 pm-4:50 am

2 stops46h 31m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 6/21

7:00 am-3:50 pm

3 stops26h 50m

$1,158

BaltimoreVaitape

BWI - BOB

BWIBOB

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 6/13

6:15 am-8:00 am

3 stops31h 45m

Vaitape Motu-Mute

Fri 6/20

6:45 pm-5:43 am

3 stops28h 58m

$1,162

Washington, D.C.Papeete

IAD - PPT

IADPPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 7/18

7:59 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops31h 31m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 8/2

11:30 pm-7:27 am

2 stops49h 57m

$1,421

Washington, D.C.Papeete

DCA - PPT

DCAPPT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 7/18

6:58 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops32h 32m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 8/2

11:30 pm-8:59 pm

2 stops39h 29m

$1,449

Washington, D.C.Vaitape

IAD - BOB

IADBOB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 6/11

12:40 pm-8:00 am

3 stops25h 20m

Vaitape Motu-Mute

Wed 6/18

7:15 pm-11:19 am

3 stops34h 04m

$1,455

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to French Polynesia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to French Polynesia?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to French Polynesia (average of $620). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 WAS to PF?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 April 30, 2025.

When flying from Washington, D.C. 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 April 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Washington, D.C. to French Polynesia. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

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
8.8
Very good
62 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

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
9,968 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

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
7,936 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

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 France
7.4
Good
1,446 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

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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  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to French Polynesia?

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Papeete Faaa or Baltimore/Washington - Papeete Faaa, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Papeete Faaa is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. to French Polynesia.

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

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to French Polynesia?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to French Polynesia (average of $620). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 2 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to French Polynesia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$484Average$1,754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,504Average$1,558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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