Flight tickets from San Francisco International to Papeete

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Papeete flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from San Francisco International to Papeete

San Francisco International to Papeete: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Papeete below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Papeete.

San Francisco to Papeete: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found₹ 29,643
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time8 hrs, 39 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Papeete: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Papeete is ₹ 56,702. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
8 hours and 39 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Papeete.
United, Air Caraibes and French Bee fly direct from San Francisco International to Papeete.
As of August 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Papeete.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Papeete is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Papeete Airport on Friday, 15 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 39 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Papeete but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Papeete is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, French Bee offers the cheapest flight tickets to Papeete.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tahiti Faa'an Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 35 minutes.

  • Flights from SFO to PPT start at 11:55 — the first with United Airlines. The latest departure is at 23:40 with French Bee. Overall, there are 11 weekly San Francisco International Airport to Tahiti Faa'an Airport flights.

  • Leave enough time to make your SFO to PPT flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak periods, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.

  • The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is French Bee.

  • United Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering SFO to PPT flights, with 74.29% of its services arriving as planned.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Tahiti Faa'an Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SFO and PPT include:

    • Los Angeles International Airport

    • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT)

  • ₹ 29,643 is currently the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Tahiti Faa'an Airport flight. A return flight starts from ₹ 56,702. These fares can change depending on availability.

  • Score cheap tickets from SFO to PPT by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tahiti Faa'an Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Landing cheap flights from SFO to PPT is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tahiti Faa'an Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • Of all flights leaving San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The journey on public transport takes about 45 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel near SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tahiti Faa'an Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a San Francisco International Airport to Tahiti Faa'an Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PPT instead:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Tahiti Faa'an Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Hertz or Thrifty to explore Papeete and beyond.

  • To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Tahiti Faa'an Airport around four weeks before travelling.

Getting from Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT) to central Papeete

  • From Tahiti Faa'an Airport, Papeete is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.

When to fly to Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT)

  • The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tahiti Faa'an Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Papeete based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tahiti Faa'an Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Papeete, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 27ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to PPT in August. Average temperatures are between 22ºC and 25ºC then.

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