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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego to Papeete Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,204. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Papeete.$1,204 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep, returning Sat, 19 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from Papeete on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,204, select.
Papeete.$1,487 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Mar, returning Sat, 20 Mar.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 14 Mar, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from Papeete on Sat, 20 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,487, select.
Papeete.$1,603 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 May, returning Thu, 20 May.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 13 May, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from Papeete on Thu, 20 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,603, select.
Papeete.$1,802 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug, returning Thu, 20 Aug.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from Papeete on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,802, select.
Papeete.$1,817 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov, returning Tue, 24 Nov.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from Papeete on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,817, select.
Papeete.$2,117 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Oct, returning Sat, 31 Oct.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from Papeete on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,117, select.
Papeete.$2,254 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Jan, returning Tue, 2 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Papeete on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,254, select.
Papeete.$2,391 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Aug, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Papeete on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,391, select.
Papeete.$2,977 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Jun, returning Sat, 19 Jun.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 13 Jun, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from Papeete on Sat, 19 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,977, select.
Papeete.$5,197 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Feb, returning Wed, 17 Feb.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 13 Feb, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Papeete on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $5,197, select.
Papeete.$5,267 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Dec, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 26 Dec, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Papeete on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $5,267, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Papeete

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to Papeete flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from $1,802
Sep
from $1,204
Oct
from $2,117
Nov
from $1,817
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Feb
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San Diego to Papeete: Alternative routes

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San Diego to Papeete: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,204
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from San Diego to Papeete: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego to Papeete is $1,204. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Diego to Papeete. But we found flights with one stop from $1,204.
As of August 2026, there are no flights flying from San Diego to Papeete.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Papeete is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Papeete Airport on Sunday, 13 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Diego and Papeete Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.

The cheapest airline that flies to Papeete is Frontier Airlines .

Travelling from San Diego to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport (PPT): What you need to know

  • Papeete is two hours behind San Diego. Tahiti Faa'a International Airport is located in Papeete, which operates on the UTC-10 timezone.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from San Diego to PPT. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • July is a popular time to fly out. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • Travelling from central San Diego to SAN takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near San Diego International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from San Diego to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:

  • Of the flights that depart from San Diego International Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.

  • You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • The distance from San Diego's city centre to CLD is about 48 kilometres. Take into account transport options and possible delays when planning the best route to the airport.

  • Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your San Diego to PPT flight, unwind in one of these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport:

  • The majority of flights that leave McClellan-Palomar Airport land at their destination within the expected time frame. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 88%.

About Tahiti Faa'a International Airport (PPT)

  • Reserve a hotel near PPT if you're catching a late flight from San Diego to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport. Check in to one of these options and get some sleep sooner:

  • Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around four weeks before your San Diego to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport flight.

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

  • Tahiti Faa'a International Airport to central Papeete is roughly 5 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.

  • It takes roughly 25 minutes to get there using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport (PPT)

  • $515 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport. A return flight starts at $1,204. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from San Diego to PPT. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your San Diego to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport ticket.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from San Diego to PPT.

  • Save money on your flight from San Diego to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from San Diego to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport (PPT)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from San Diego to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport (PPT). Plan your visit to Papeete in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.

  • Book a San Diego to PPT plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Papeete to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • August sees temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Papeete

  • After booking your flight from San Diego to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Papeete:

  • You'll find loads of things to do in Papeete when you're in the mood to sightsee. Make your way to Papeete Tahiti Temple followed by Natural Aquarium and ONO'U Tahiti Museum of Street Art.

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