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$474+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Papeete (PPT)

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
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Papeete (PPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$795
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$474
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$998
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Papeete
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Papeete. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.

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.
Sat 12/68:10 amSAN - PPT
1 stop15h 20mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/177:00 amPPT - SAN
1 stop15h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/25$943
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.
Tue 12/96:15 amSAN - PPT
1 stop15h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/138:40 pmPPT - SAN
1 stop12h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/23$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.
Wed 11/266:15 amSAN - PPT
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/37:00 amPPT - SAN
1 stop34h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/25$1,077
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
Sat 11/298:59 pmSAN - PPT
1 stop34h 21mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/111:30 pmPPT - SAN
1 stop31h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/26$1,141
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.
Wed 11/266:15 amSAN - PPT
1 stop23h 45mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/37:00 amPPT - SAN
2 stops24h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/25$1,181
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
Sat 11/296:30 amSAN - PPT
2 stops18h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/19:30 pmPPT - SAN
2 stops18h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/26$1,327
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.
Sun 11/238:40 pmSAN - PPT
2 stops49h 20mUnited Airlines
Sat 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.
Wed 11/2610:09 amSAN - PPT
2 stops19h 51mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/311:59 pmPPT - SAN
2 stops19h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25$1,362

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

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San Diego

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Papeete

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Return

Price

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Sun 1/18

10:35 am-5:20 am

1 stop20h 45m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 1/31

11:30 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$850

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Sat 12/6

8:10 am-9:30 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 12/17

7:00 am-12:16 am

1 stop15h 16m

$943

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Tue 12/9

6:15 am-8:00 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 12/13

8:40 pm-10:40 am

1 stop12h 00m

$1,049

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Sun 12/21

9:10 am-5:20 am

1 stop22h 10m

$524

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Tue 12/23

10:25 pm-5:20 am

1 stop32h 55m

$593

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Fri 12/19

5:17 pm-5:20 am

1 stop14h 03m

$600

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Mon 12/22

5:17 pm-10:35 pm

3 stops31h 18m

$802

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Sat 12/20

7:21 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops29h 14m

$1,120

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Fri 12/19

5:13 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops30h 17m

$1,277

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Wed 2/4

6:55 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops27h 05m

$1,754

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Papeete

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Papeete in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Papeete flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Papeete flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Papeete flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Papeete flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Papeete flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Papeete

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Papeete (average of $588). Flying from San Diego to Papeete 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 Papeete

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Papeete. 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 Papeete. Reviews last updated November 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Papeete, such as Delta, Air France, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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
8,003 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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
1,498 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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
9,049 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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

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

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Papeete?

    Alaska Airlines and United Airlines can get you from San Diego to Papeete in just under 15h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 25m. San Diego and Papeete are separated by a distance of 4078 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Papeete round-trip?

    Currently priced at $939, Air France will fly you from San Diego to Papeete and back. In addition to Air France, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $939 and $939, respectively. Air France is currently priced 6% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Papeete 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 Papeete?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Papeete (average of $588). Flying from San Diego to Papeete 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 Papeete

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Papeete. 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 November 26, 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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