Cheap flights from San Francisco to Papeete from C$ 465

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 22/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — PPT
3 Aug — 10 Aug1
1 adult

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 Tuesday or Saturday 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 29 July 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 755

One-way from

C$ 465

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

C$ 1,067

Good round-trip deal

C$ 1,846 or less
Air Caraïbes
  • Air Caraïbes
  • 7/9-11/9
  • Nonstop
  • 16h 35m total
  • San Francisco to Papeete
French Bee
  • French Bee
  • 22/8
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 30m total
  • San Francisco to Papeete
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (C$ 77 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 39 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Papeete Faaa.

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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 29 July 2025.

Sun 7/911:20 p.m.SFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 30mAir Caraïbes
Thu 11/97:00 a.m.PPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 05mAir Caraïbes
Deal found 27/7C$ 755
Sun 7/911:20 p.m.SFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 30mFrench Bee
Thu 11/97:00 a.m.PPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 05mFrench Bee
Deal found 29/7C$ 885
Tue 16/121:15 p.m.SFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 20/110:10 p.m.PPT - SFO
Nonstop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/7C$ 956
Fri 12/124:15 p.m.SFO - PPT
1 stop16h 00mAir France
Mon 12/18:50 a.m.PPT - SFO
1 stop31h 02mAir France
Deal found 27/7C$ 1,151
Sun 7/99:05 a.m.SFO - PPT
1 stop23h 25mDelta
Wed 24/97:40 a.m.PPT - SFO
1 stop12h 29mDelta
Deal found 27/7C$ 1,155
Wed 10/1210:40 p.m.SFO - PPT
Nonstop8h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/111:30 p.m.PPT - SFO
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7C$ 1,268
Wed 15/105:16 p.m.SFO - PPT
1 stop13h 44mAir Tahiti Nui
Sun 2/117:00 a.m.PPT - SFO
1 stop13h 41mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 29/7C$ 1,303

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Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Papeete

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sun 7/9

11:20 p.m.-4:50 a.m.

Nonstop8h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 11/9

7:00 a.m.-6:05 p.m.

Nonstop8h 05m

C$ 755

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sun 7/9

11:20 p.m.-4:50 a.m.

Nonstop8h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 11/9

7:00 a.m.-6:05 p.m.

Nonstop8h 05m

C$ 885

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Tue 16/12

1:15 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Nonstop8h 45m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 20/1

10:10 p.m.-8:25 a.m.

Nonstop8h 15m

C$ 956

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Fri 12/12

4:15 p.m.-6:15 a.m.

1 stop16h 00m

Papeete Faaa

Mon 12/1

8:50 a.m.-5:52 p.m.

1 stop31h 02m

C$ 1,151

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sun 7/9

5:55 a.m.-5:30 a.m.

1 stop26h 35m

Papeete Faaa

Fri 26/9

7:40 a.m.-5:18 p.m.

1 stop30h 38m

C$ 1,155

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Wed 10/12

10:40 p.m.-5:20 a.m.

Nonstop8h 40m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 10/1

11:30 p.m.-7:35 p.m.

1 stop18h 05m

C$ 1,268

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Wed 15/10

5:16 p.m.-4:00 a.m.

1 stop13h 44m

Papeete Faaa

Sun 2/11

7:00 a.m.-10:41 p.m.

1 stop13h 41m

C$ 1,303

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Fri 22/8

11:20 p.m.-4:50 a.m.

Nonstop8h 30m

C$ 465

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

11:55 a.m.-6:40 p.m.

Nonstop8h 45m

C$ 578

San FranciscoPapeete

SFO - PPT

SFOPPT

San Francisco

Sun 4/1

10:40 p.m.-5:20 a.m.

Nonstop8h 40m

C$ 604

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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 25 July 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Papeete may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 28 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 29 July 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Papeete in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 29 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Tahiti Nui,Alaska Airlines, andDelta from San Francisco to Papeete. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

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.

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

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.

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

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.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

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.

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

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.

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

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

    Currently priced at C$ 755, Air Caraïbes will fly you from San Francisco to Papeete and back. In addition to Air Caraïbes, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from French Bee and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from C$ 885 and C$ 956, respectively. These flights start at 17% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 (C$ 465), United Airlines (C$ 578), and Air Caraïbes (C$ 604).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Papeete? While on average our users pay C$ 1,846, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 1,222. The most popular route (San Francisco - Papeete Faaa), is priced around C$ 1,285.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
French BeeCheapestC$ 721AverageC$ 827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 903AverageC$ 1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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