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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Papeete to San Francisco:

• Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 3:11 pm
• Latest: departs at 10:10 pm and lands at 6:21 am.

The flight takes about 8h 11m.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Papeete to San Francisco.

A direct flight from Papeete to San Francisco takes 8h 11m, covering 10,878 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Papeete to San Francisco range from C$ 752 to C$ 1,122, with an average of C$ 908 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 752 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 20% above the route average of C$ 908. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Direct fares average C$ 893 round-trip, compared to C$ 1,126 via a layover through Los Angeles (LAX).

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 57–C$ 142 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A350-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Caraïbes and French Bee. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

Night is the busiest departure period on Papeete to San Francisco flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

French Bee is the only airline on the Papeete to San Francisco route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Papeete to San Francisco are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about C$ 513.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 22 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Thrifty
• Europcar
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

Flights from Papeete to San Francisco usually depart from Papeete Faaa (PPT) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

Most connecting flights from Papeete to San Francisco pass through Los Angeles (LAX), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 12% on the Papeete to San Francisco route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 848 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at C$ 962, a difference of C$ 113. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Papeete and San Francisco. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• French Bee

San Francisco is 3 hours ahead of Papeete (Pacific Time vs Tahiti Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Papeete to San Francisco flights:

• French Bee: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• French Bee: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Air Caraïbes: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.