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$674+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) 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 10/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — PPT
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Papeete

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$851
(Delta)

One-way from

$674
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$816
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Papeete
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Papeete. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 6/163:20 pmSJC - PPT
1 stop17h 10mDelta
Tue 6/247:40 amPPT - SJC
1 stop12h 04mDelta
Deal found 6/11$851
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 6/146:26 pmSJC - PPT
2 stops27h 29mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/199:10 pmPPT - SJC
2 stops17h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$872
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/1112:25 pmSJC - PPT
1 stop18h 35mAir Tahiti Nui
Wed 6/187:00 amPPT - SJC
1 stop23h 08mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 6/10$952
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/307:00 amSJC - PPT
1 stop17h 30mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/611:30 pmPPT - SJC
1 stop16h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$966
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/267:00 amSJC - PPT
1 stop17h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 8/211:30 pmPPT - SJC
1 stop18h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,187
This Air Tahiti Nui deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Tahiti Nui is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/307:57 pmSJC - PPT
1 stop28h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/611:45 pmPPT - SJC
1 stop31h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,371
This Atrapalo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Atrapalo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/232:25 pmSJC - PPT
1 stop17h 50mAir France
Wed 12/318:50 amPPT - SJC
1 stop29h 46mAir France
Deal found 6/11$1,501
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 12/209:53 amSJC - PPT
2 stops21h 07mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/611:45 pmPPT - SJC
2 stops16h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,862

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 June 12, 2025.
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San JosePapeete

SJC - PPT

SJCPPT

San Jose

Tue 9/2

3:17 pm-5:30 am

1 stop17h 13m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 9/10

7:40 am-10:49 pm

1 stop12h 09m

$851

San JosePapeete

SJC - PPT

SJCPPT

San Jose

Mon 6/23

6:26 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops27h 29m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 6/26

9:10 pm-9:02 pm

2 stops20h 52m

$872

San JosePapeete

SJC - PPT

SJCPPT

San Jose

Sat 8/30

7:00 am-9:30 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 9/6

11:30 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$966

San JosePapeete

SJC - PPT

SJCPPT

San Jose

Tue 11/25

7:40 pm-4:00 am

1 stop34h 20m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 12/10

7:00 am-10:03 pm

1 stop13h 03m

$978

San JosePapeete

SJC - PPT

SJCPPT

San Jose

Sat 7/26

7:00 am-9:30 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 8/2

11:30 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$1,187

San JosePapeete

SJC - PPT

SJCPPT

San Jose

Mon 6/30

7:57 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop28h 33m

Papeete Faaa

Sun 7/6

11:45 pm-9:52 am

1 stop31h 07m

$1,371

San JosePapeete

SJC - PPT

SJCPPT

San Jose

Sat 10/11

7:18 am-9:30 pm

2 stops17h 12m

$674

San JosePapeete

SJC - PPT

SJCPPT

San Jose

Thu 10/9

8:05 pm-5:30 am

1 stop12h 25m

$808

San JosePapeete

SJC - PPT

SJCPPT

San Jose

Mon 10/13

6:22 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops27h 33m

$864

San JosePapeete

SJC - PPT

SJCPPT

San Jose

Thu 10/9

12:53 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop11h 37m

$2,079

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Papeete

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Papeete (average of $607). Flying from San Jose 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 SJC to PPT?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 June 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Jose to Papeete is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 47% on airfare.

Rainfall in Papeete by month

Plan your trip to Papeete by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Papeete 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 Papeete when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Papeete by month

Plan your trip to Papeete by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Papeete, 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 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 June 12, 2025.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

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

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

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
7,950 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

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.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

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
8,790 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

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 Jose 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 Jose to Papeete round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Jose to Papeete round-trip from $851. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $872, and Alaska Airlines, from $966. Delta is 19% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $674 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Alaska Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $728 and $784, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Papeete (average of $607). Flying from San Jose 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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DeltaCheapest$672Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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