$356 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Papeete (PPT)

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Popular airlines from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT)

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Papeete (SFO-PPT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $356 for one-way flights and $637 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

French bee
Fri, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 4
SFO
San Francisco
PPT
Papeete
$637 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$637
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select French bee flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from San Francisco to Papeete, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $637 found 5 hours ago
Air Caraibes
Sun, Oct 5 - Thu, Oct 9
SFO
San Francisco
PPT
Papeete
$652 Roundtrip, just found
$652
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Caraibes flight, departing Sun, Oct 5 from San Francisco to Papeete, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $652 just found
United
Sun, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 2
SFO
San Francisco
PPT
Papeete
$652 Roundtrip, just found
$652
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sun, Sep 28 from San Francisco to Papeete, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $652 just found
French bee
Fri, Apr 10 - Sat, Apr 25
SFO
San Francisco
PPT
Papeete
$659 Roundtrip, just found
$659
Roundtrip
just found
Select French bee flight, departing Fri, Apr 10 from San Francisco to Papeete, returning Sat, Apr 25, priced at $659 just found
French bee
Fri, Oct 31 - Thu, Nov 6
SFO
San Francisco
PPT
Papeete
$659 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$659
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select French bee flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from San Francisco to Papeete, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $659 found 2 hours ago
Air Caraibes
Fri, Oct 31 - Thu, Nov 13
SFO
San Francisco
PPT
Papeete
$661 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$661
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air Caraibes flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from San Francisco to Papeete, returning Thu, Nov 13, priced at $661 found 1 day ago
Air Caraibes
Wed, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 17
SFO
San Francisco
PPT
Papeete
$664 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$664
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air Caraibes flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from San Francisco to Papeete, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $664 found 1 day ago
Air Caraibes
Wed, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 6
SFO
San Francisco
PPT
Papeete
$665 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$665
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Air Caraibes flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from San Francisco to Papeete, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $665 found 5 hours ago
Delta
Sat, Sep 27 - Wed, Oct 1
SFO
San Francisco
PPT
Papeete
$852 Roundtrip, just found
$852
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from San Francisco to Papeete, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $852 just found
Air France
Sat, Sep 27 - Wed, Oct 1
SFO
San Francisco
PPT
Papeete
$904 Roundtrip, just found
$904
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air France flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from San Francisco to Papeete, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $904 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Papeete (PPT)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $549 - $1,066 per traveler.

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Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Papeete (PPT)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Tahiti Faaa Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Caraibes, Air France, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, French Bee, Hawaiian Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$636
Distance
4202 mi
Average flight time
5 hours 32 mins

San Francisco to Papeete Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Papeete

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Papeete are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Papeete with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Papeete

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Papeete: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Papeete

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Papeete in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $356 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Papeete flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Papeete airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $356 or cheap return flight from $637 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT)?
September is the least expensive month to fly from SFO to PPT. Traveling outside of peak seasons is often the key to finding a great deal.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT)?
Board a nonstop flight with United Airlines and journey straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT)?
While prices may vary depending on when you travel, French Bee and United Airlines are often among the top picks for flights between San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) and Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT). You can also compare carriers on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the cheapest ticket for your SFO to PPT flight.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT)?
On average, you can take your pick of 6 nonstop flights taking off from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT) each week. If you can't find one that works for your schedule, think about hopping on a flight that has a layover. Filter your search results on Expedia to include one stop or more and select the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT)?
More travelers fly between SFO and PPT at 1 PM than at any other point in the day. Rather go when it's quieter? Try choosing a quieter departure window and there's a chance you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to PPT?
Saturday offers the most flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 11:55AM UTC-8, heading out of San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). You'll be in the air for approximately 8h 45m, arriving at Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT) at approximately 6:40PM UTC-10.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT)?
The average flight time from SFO to PPT is 8 hours and 43 minutes, covering a distance of 4,200 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to PPT?
With 86% of flights generally arriving on schedule, United Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT). To check your flight status and get notified if anything changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT)?
To arrive at Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT) without delays, book a flight that leaves from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from SFO to PPT right before your getaway is usually more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your travel times and dates, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT)?
If you booked your SFO to PPT flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more information.

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