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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Papeete Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $851. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Papeete.$849 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Mar, returning Mon, 22 Mar.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Papeete on Mon, 22 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $849, select.

Papeete.$849 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug, returning Fri, 28 Aug.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Papeete on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $849, select.

Papeete.$849 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct, returning Mon, 12 Oct.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Papeete on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $849, select.

Papeete.$849 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb, returning Mon, 15 Feb.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Papeete on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $849, select.

Papeete.$849 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec, returning Fri, 11 Dec.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Papeete on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $849, select.

Papeete.$849 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May, returning Sat, 22 May.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Papeete on Sat, 22 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $849, select.

Papeete.$849 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep, returning Thu, 17 Sep.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Papeete on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $849, select.

Papeete.$849 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Papeete on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $849, select.

Papeete.$849 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan, returning Sat, 16 Jan.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Papeete on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $849, select.

Papeete.$855 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Papeete on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $855, select.

Papeete.$855 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Mar, returning Sat, 3 Apr.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 21 Mar, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Papeete on Sat, 3 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $855, select.

Papeete.$855 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Nov, returning Sun, 13 Dec.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Papeete on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $855, select.

Papeete.$855 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec, returning Fri, 8 Jan.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Papeete on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $855, select.

Papeete.$855 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Jan, returning Wed, 3 Feb.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Papeete on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $855, select.

Papeete.$855 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Papeete on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $855, select.

Papeete.$855 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Oct, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Papeete on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $855, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Papeete

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San Francisco International to Papeete: Alternative routes

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San Francisco to Papeete: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$849
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	8 hrs, 37 mins
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	12

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

How much are return flights from San Francisco International to Papeete?

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Papeete is $851. 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.

How long does it take to fly from San Francisco International to Papeete?

8 hours and 37 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Papeete.

Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Papeete?

United, Air Caraibes and French Bee fly direct from San Francisco International to Papeete.

How many flights are there a week from San Francisco International to Papeete?

As of August 2026, there are 12 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Papeete.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco International to Papeete?

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Papeete is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Papeete Airport on?

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 Sunday, 4 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Papeete Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 37 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Papeete?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Papeete?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Papeete with?

Currently, Air France and French Bee offer the cheapest flight tickets to Papeete.

Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Papeete Airport (PPT): what you need to know

Around 8 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Papeete Airport.
Each week, there are eight San Francisco International Airport to Papeete Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, pick the 11:55 United Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 23:40 with French Bee.
Your SFO to PPT flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak periods, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
United is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
United is the most punctual carrier that offers SFO to PPT flights. A reliable 88.89% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Papeete Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SFO and PPT:
- Los Angeles International Airport
- Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
- Honolulu International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Papeete Airport (PPT)

$429 is the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Papeete Airport flight. Return flights start at $851. These fares can change based on demand.
Score cheap tickets from SFO to PPT by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Papeete Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SFO to PPT by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Papeete Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near SFO. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Papeete Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Papeete Airport (PPT)

If you're landing on a late San Francisco International Airport to Papeete Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near PPT:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Papeete Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Hertz or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Papeete and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Papeete Airport around four weeks before travelling.

Getting from Papeete Airport (PPT) to central Papeete

From Papeete Airport, Papeete is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Papeete Airport (PPT)

It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Papeete Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Papeete. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Papeete Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Papeete, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to PPT in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.