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$247+ Cheap flights from Papeete (PPT) to San Francisco (SFO)

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 3/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PPT — SFO
Apr 11 — Apr 181
Sat 4/11
Sat 4/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Papeete Faaa to San Francisco are usually found in May or February, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from Papeete to San Francisco
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This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/237:15 am
PPT
-
SFO
Nonstop8h 10m
French Bee
Sun 3/2911:20 pm
SFO
-
PPT
Nonstop8h 30m
French Bee
Deal found 3/8$385
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/137:15 am
PPT
-
SFO
Nonstop8h 10m
French Bee
Sun 3/2911:20 pm
SFO
-
PPT
Nonstop8h 30m
French Bee
Deal found 3/10$394
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Mon 5/47:00 am
PPT
-
SFO
Nonstop8h 05m
French Bee
Sun 5/1011:20 pm
SFO
-
PPT
Nonstop8h 20m
French Bee
Deal found 3/9$409
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/137:15 am
PPT
-
SFO
Nonstop8h 10m
Air Caraïbes
Sun 3/2911:20 pm
SFO
-
PPT
Nonstop8h 30m
Air Caraïbes
Deal found 3/9$422
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/237:15 am
PPT
-
SFO
Nonstop8h 10m
Air Caraïbes
Sun 3/2911:20 pm
SFO
-
PPT
Nonstop8h 30m
Air Caraïbes
Deal found 3/9$433

Find flight deals from Papeete to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Papeete (PPT) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 March 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$385
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$247
(Booking.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$534

Good round-trip deal

$390 or less

Good one-way deal

$394 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Papeete to San Francisco 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 March 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Papeete to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT - SFO

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Mon 5/18

7:40 am-3:56 pm

1 stop29h 16m

San Francisco

Sun 5/24

9:30 am-5:30 am

1 stop23h 00m

$561

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT - SFO

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Fri 5/1

7:40 am-6:22 pm

1 stop31h 42m

San Francisco

Sun 5/10

4:55 pm-5:30 am

1 stop15h 35m

$562

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT - SFO

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Fri 5/1

9:10 pm-8:20 am

Nonstop8h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 5/10

1:10 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop8h 45m

$583

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT - SFO

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Fri 6/19

7:40 am-11:12 pm

1 stop12h 32m

San Francisco

Mon 6/22

8:59 pm-5:30 am

1 stop11h 31m

$604

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT - SFO

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Fri 6/19

7:40 am-11:12 pm

1 stop12h 32m

San Francisco

Sat 6/27

4:15 pm-5:30 am

1 stop16h 15m

$604

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT - SFO

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Fri 4/17

9:10 pm-8:20 am

Nonstop8h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

1:10 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop8h 45m

$686
Quickest round-trip

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT - SFO

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Sun 6/21

9:10 pm-8:15 am

Nonstop8h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 6/23

1:25 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop8h 30m

$688

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT - SFO

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Fri 6/19

9:10 pm-8:15 am

Nonstop8h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 6/25

1:25 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop8h 30m

$926

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT - SFO

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Sun 4/5

9:10 pm-8:20 am

Nonstop8h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 4/11

1:10 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop8h 45m

$926
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

PapeeteSan Francisco

PPT - SFO

PPTSFO

Papeete Faaa

Thu 5/21

7:00 am-6:05 pm

Nonstop8h 05m

$278

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Compare providers for flights from Papeete to San Francisco

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 Papeete to San Francisco in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Papeete-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Papeete-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Papeete-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Papeete-San Francisco 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 Papeete-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Papeete to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Papeete with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Papeete to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on March 6, 2026.

Booking 54 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Papeete to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Papeete to San Francisco (average of $346). Flying from Papeete to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of $556). 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 PPT to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Papeete to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 12, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Papeete to San Francisco as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated March 12, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and French Bee from Papeete to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,418 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,418 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,418 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
French Bee
6.1
Okay
84 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,418 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Papeete to San Francisco. 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 Papeete to San Francisco?

    There are many flights that can get you from Papeete to San Francisco in 8h 10m. Fly via French Bee or Air Caraïbes to get the fastest option. There are 4200 mi between Papeete and San Francisco. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $327, French Bee will fly you from Papeete to San Francisco and back. In addition to French Bee, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $522. These flights start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $274 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from French Bee. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Caraïbes and United Airlines, with prices starting from $297 and $354, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Papeete to San Francisco?

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco from Papeete, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (83%), Air Caraïbes (79%), French Bee( 79%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Papeete to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $1,202, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $278. The most popular route (Papeete Faaa - San Francisco), is priced around $409.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Papeete to San Francisco (average of $346). Flying from Papeete to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of $556). 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 2 airlines flying from Papeete to San Francisco

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Papeete to San Francisco. 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 March 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
French BeeCheapest$327Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$522Average$640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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