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$587+ 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 3/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — PPT
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Tue 11/25
Tue 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Papeete

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 October 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$672
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$587
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$947
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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 October 26, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 12/64:47 pmSAN - PPT
2 stops38h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/137:15 amPPT - SAN
1 stop30h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/24$702
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/102:15 pmSAN - PPT
1 stop15h 45mAir Tahiti Nui
Wed 12/177:00 amPPT - SAN
1 stop13h 47mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 10/26$926
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 12/102:15 pmSAN - PPT
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/177:00 amPPT - SAN
1 stop13h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/25$940
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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.
Fri 10/316:15 amSAN - PPT
2 stops15h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/1310:10 pmPPT - SAN
2 stops23h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/24$941
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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
1 stop14h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/1810:10 pmPPT - SAN
1 stop20h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/24$949
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 10/24$960
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/267:00 amSAN - PPT
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/27:00 amPPT - SAN
1 stop13h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/25$970
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 12/1010:55 amSAN - PPT
2 stops19h 05mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/177:00 amPPT - SAN
2 stops23h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/25$979
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/259:54 amSAN - PPT
1 stop12h 06mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/210:10 pmPPT - SAN
1 stop12h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$1,049

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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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San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Sat 12/6

8:59 pm-5:20 am

1 stop34h 21m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 12/13

7:15 am-3:52 pm

1 stop30h 37m

$767

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Wed 12/10

2:15 pm-4:00 am

1 stop15h 45m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 12/17

7:00 am-10:47 pm

1 stop13h 47m

$926

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Wed 12/10

2:15 pm-4:00 am

1 stop15h 45m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 12/17

7:00 am-10:47 pm

1 stop13h 47m

$940

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Thu 3/5

9:54 am-8:00 pm

1 stop12h 06m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 3/17

9:10 pm-12:36 pm

1 stop12h 26m

$949

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Thu 2/5

9:55 am-8:00 pm

1 stop12h 05m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 2/17

10:10 pm-12:39 pm

1 stop12h 29m

$949

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Sat 11/8

6:15 am-6:40 pm

1 stop14h 25m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 11/18

10:10 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop20h 38m

$949

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Fri 3/6

6:55 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 3/17

9:10 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops23h 30m

$954

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Mon 3/30

6:45 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops29h 40m

$587

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Thu 2/12

7:05 am-10:35 pm

2 stops17h 30m

$673

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Mon 3/30

7:21 pm-9:25 pm

3 stops29h 04m

$725

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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 October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Papeete flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Papeete?

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 October 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
7,995 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
7,995 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,995 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
1,479 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,995 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
8,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,995 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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

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?

    Air Tahiti Nui and United Airlines can get you from San Diego to Papeete in just under 12h 06m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 39m. 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 $913, 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 7% 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 October 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$913Average$946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$939Average$946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$939Average$945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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