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$338+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 8/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — PPT
Aug 2 — Aug 91
Sat 8/2
Sat 8/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Papeete Faaa are usually found in March or February, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Papeete

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$536
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$338
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$778

Good round-trip deal

$499 or less

Good one-way deal

$389 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Papeete
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Papeete. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 28, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/510:40 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 40mAir Caraïbes
Thu 11/2011:30 pmPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 10mAir Caraïbes
Deal found 7/27$534
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/3111:20 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 30mFrench Bee
Thu 9/47:00 amPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 05mFrench Bee
Deal found 7/27$578
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/161:15 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/1510:10 pmPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$697
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2211:20 pmSFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/287:00 amPPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$707

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San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Fri 8/22

11:20 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop8h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 8/28

7:00 am-6:05 pm

Nonstop8h 05m

$536

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sun 8/31

11:20 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop8h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 9/4

7:00 am-6:05 pm

Nonstop8h 05m

$578

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Fri 10/24

1:20 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop8h 35m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 11/4

10:10 pm-8:25 am

Nonstop8h 15m

$700

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Fri 8/22

11:20 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop8h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 8/28

7:00 am-6:05 pm

Nonstop8h 05m

$707

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Fri 8/22

11:20 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop8h 30m

$338

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sat 8/9

1:25 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop8h 30m

$407

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sat 9/27

9:33 am-9:30 pm

1 stop14h 57m

$591

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

11:21 am-9:30 pm

1 stop13h 09m

$619

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

9:33 am-9:30 pm

1 stop14h 57m

$624

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

6:45 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops29h 45m

$656

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Papeete

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Papeete. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Papeete is 28 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Papeete (average of $605). Flying from San Francisco 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to PPT?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Papeete. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 28, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Papeete in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 41% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Papeete?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Papeete. Price data was last updated on July 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Papeete flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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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 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, and Delta from San Francisco to Papeete have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.6

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
8.6
Very good
68 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.6

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
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.6

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
7,971 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.6

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
7.8
Good
2,604 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.6

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

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  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Papeete?

    If you wish to fly to Papeete from San Francisco, then you need to book flights from San Francisco to Papeete Faaa. There is 1 flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Faaa (PPT) per day to choose from. Flights to Papeete from San Francisco are available from 8 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 8h 30m is how long a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Papeete Faaa typically takes.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Papeete flight route?

    This flight path from San Francisco to Papeete Faaa was viewed by 4 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    According to our current data, Air Caraïbes ($536), French Bee ($578), and United Airlines ($701) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Papeete. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Papeete for 20% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Papeete are French Bee ($338), United Airlines ($407), and Hawaiian Airlines ($591).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Papeete?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,043 for a flight from San Francisco to Papeete. The cheapest flight overall is $362 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Papeete Faaa) is currently priced at $534.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Papeete (average of $605). Flying from San Francisco 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 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to Papeete

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CaraïbesCheapest$379Average$613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time56%
French BeeCheapest$456Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$636Average$747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$673Average$849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$673Average$766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$751Average$976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,099Average$1,248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,402Average$1,503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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