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$456+ 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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — PPT
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$803
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$456
(Kiwi.com)

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January

Average price

$940
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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 July 3, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Wed 9/104:59 pmSAN - PPT
1 stop14h 51mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/157:00 amPPT - SAN
1 stop13h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$803
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 9/103:45 pmSAN - PPT
1 stop15h 15mAir Tahiti Nui
Wed 9/177:00 amPPT - SAN
1 stop13h 53mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 7/1$944
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 7/38:00 amSAN - PPT
1 stop13h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/109:10 pmPPT - SAN
1 stop12h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$949
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Sat 12/610:05 amSAN - PPT
2 stops22h 10mAir France
Wed 12/178:50 amPPT - SAN
1 stop12h 04mAir France
Deal found 7/3$977
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/96:15 amSAN - PPT
2 stops15h 40mAir Canada
Thu 10/239:10 pmPPT - SAN
2 stops19h 42mAir Canada
Deal found 7/2$1,235
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 12/612:29 pmSAN - PPT
2 stops18h 31mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1711:59 pmPPT - SAN
2 stops19h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,413
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Sat 12/611:02 amSAN - PPT
2 stops40h 28mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/163:00 amPPT - SAN
2 stops37h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/3$1,961
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Sat 8/25:05 pmSAN - PPT
1 stop15h 25mDelta
Sat 8/167:40 amPPT - SAN
1 stop12h 14mDelta
Deal found 7/2$3,509

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Papeete 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 July 3, 2025.
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

Fly to

Papeete

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Wed 9/10

4:59 pm-4:50 am

1 stop14h 51m

Papeete Faaa

Mon 9/15

7:00 am-11:44 pm

1 stop13h 44m

$803

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Wed 9/10

3:45 pm-4:00 am

1 stop15h 15m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 9/17

7:00 am-11:53 pm

1 stop13h 53m

$944

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Fri 9/19

6:15 am-6:55 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Papeete Faaa

Sun 9/28

9:10 pm-3:59 pm

1 stop15h 49m

$949

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Sat 12/6

10:05 am-6:15 am

2 stops22h 10m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 12/17

8:50 am-10:54 pm

1 stop12h 04m

$977

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Thu 10/9

6:15 am-6:55 pm

2 stops15h 40m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 10/23

9:10 pm-7:52 pm

2 stops19h 42m

$1,235

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Sat 12/6

12:29 pm-5:00 am

2 stops18h 31m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 12/17

11:59 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops19h 36m

$1,413

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Sat 12/6

11:02 am-1:30 am

2 stops40h 28m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 12/16

3:00 am-6:00 pm

2 stops37h 00m

$1,961

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Wed 10/8

12:18 pm-4:50 am

1 stop19h 32m

$456

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Fri 8/22

6:15 am-6:55 pm

2 stops15h 40m

$563

San DiegoPapeete

SAN - PPT

SANPPT

San Diego

Tue 10/7

3:59 pm-5:30 am

1 stop16h 31m

$840

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Papeete?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Papeete. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Papeete may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 77 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Papeete (average of $610). Flying from San Diego to Papeete 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.

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 July 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Papeete, such as Air Tahiti Nui, Delta, and Air New Zealand. 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

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

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

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

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
7,982 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

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
486 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

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
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

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
8,861 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

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 Diego to Papeete. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Currently priced at $944, Air Tahiti Nui will fly you from San Diego to Papeete and back. In addition to Air Tahiti Nui, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Air France - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $949 and $977, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Papeete one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $563. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Air Tahiti Nui, as they are both options that can get you from San Diego to Papeete for a low price.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Papeete (average of $610). Flying from San Diego to Papeete 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 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$901Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$939Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$939Average$945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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