SFO - PPT

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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 854
Typical prices: C$ 937-C$ 1,379
Alaska Airlines
Tue 11/8Tue 18/8
SFO - PPT • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 905
Typical prices: C$ 1,062-C$ 1,578
French Bee
Fri 10/7Mon 20/7
SFO - PPT • Direct
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Cheapest • from C$ 854 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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You can fly direct with United Airlines and French Bee. Average duration is 8h 25m
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Most punctual • 84% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Cheapest • 28% price drop
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Papeete (SFO-PPT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Papeete that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Papeete

Tue, 11 Aug - Tue, 18 Aug
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:30 a.m. - 9:10 p.m.
SFO
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PPT
15h 40m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:25 p.m. - 8:23 p.m.
PPT
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SFO
17h 58m
1 stop
C$ 854Alaska Airlines
Mon, 10 Aug - Tue, 1 Sep
Delta Logo
8:35 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.
SFO
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PPT
11h 55m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:40 a.m. - 10:15 p.m.
PPT
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SFO
11h 35m
1 stop
C$ 856Delta
Mon, 10 Aug - Tue, 1 Sep
Delta Logo
2:36 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.
SFO
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PPT
17h 54m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:40 a.m. - 3:50 p.m.
PPT
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SFO
29h 10m
1 stop
C$ 859Delta
Mon, 17 Aug - Tue, 1 Sep
Delta Logo
8:35 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.
SFO
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PPT
11h 55m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:40 a.m. - 8:01 a.m.
PPT
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SFO
21h 21m
1 stop
C$ 860Delta
Tue, 11 Aug - Tue, 18 Aug
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:30 a.m. - 9:10 p.m.
SFO
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PPT
15h 40m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:25 p.m. - 8:23 p.m.
PPT
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SFO
17h 58m
1 stop
C$ 861Alaska Airlines
Mon, 10 Aug - Tue, 18 Aug
Delta Logo
4:55 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.
SFO
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PPT
15h 35m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:40 a.m. - 10:15 p.m.
PPT
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SFO
11h 35m
1 stop
C$ 870Delta
Mon, 20 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul
Delta Logo
8:05 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.
SFO
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PPT
12h 25m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:40 a.m. - 11:19 p.m.
PPT
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SFO
12h 39m
1 stop
C$ 871Delta
Mon, 10 Aug - Sat, 22 Aug
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:42 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.
SFO
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PPT
28h 28m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:30 p.m. - 8:23 p.m.
PPT
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SFO
17h 53m
1 stop
C$ 873Alaska Airlines
Mon, 14 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:50 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.
SFO
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PPT
28h 20m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:30 p.m. - 8:23 p.m.
PPT
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SFO
17h 53m
1 stop
C$ 877Alaska Airlines
Sat, 11 Jul - Sat, 18 Jul
Delta Logo
6:43 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.
SFO
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PPT
13h 47m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:40 a.m. - 8:21 a.m.
PPT
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SFO
21h 41m
1 stop
C$ 878Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Papeete flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Papeete to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Papeete?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Papeete departing in August.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Papeete?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Papeete, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Papeete is March, where tickets cost C$ 718 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 1,259 and C$ 1,138 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco to Papeete?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 664 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Papeete?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Papeete, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Papeete, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 3 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Papeete

 
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Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flightC$ 436
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 28% lower on average.
Flight from San Francisco to Papeete

When to book flights from San Francisco to Papeete

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Papeete based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Papeete

  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) offers different services and amenities to assist passengers with disabilities or limited mobility flying through the airport. You’ll find information desks, wheelchair assistance, accessible parking, visual paging services, terminal assistance, and wheelchair-accessible restrooms. Contact your airline at least 24 hours before your scheduled flight departure for wheelchair services at the airport.

    United Airlines offers special meals for passengers with special dietary needs or allergies. They include lactose-free, gluten-free, bland, low-cholesterol, vegan, Asian vegetarian, low-sodium, kosher, Muslim, Hindu, infant, and child meals. We recommend requesting your meal at least 48 hours before your flight’s scheduled departure for availability.

  • How do I get to downtown Papeete from Fa'a'ā International Airport (PPT)?

    Taxis are the most convenient and popular transportation option from Fa'a'ā International Airport (PPT) to downtown Papeete. They are readily available in the Ground Transportation area. Multiple local and international car rental agencies, including Hertz, Europcar, Avis, and Tahiti Easy, are available on-site.

  • Which airlines have eco-friendly flights from San Francisco to Papeete?

    The average carbon emissions per passenger on one-way flights from San Francisco to Papeete is 2200 lb. If you’re looking for eco-friendly flights on this route, consider booking French Bee Airlines, United Airlines, or Air Caraïbes, which emit less CO₂ on their direct connections. They have implemented several measures to lower carbon emissions.

  • What lounges are available at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

    If you’re looking for a place to relax at SFO before your flight to Papeete, you can check into Delta Sky Club, Alaska Lounge, United Club, or American Airlines Admirals Club. These lounges have comfortable spaces, dining options, complimentary drinks and snacks, free high-speed internet, and entertainment options.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Papeete?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Papeete was C$ 436 for a one-way ticket and C$ 854 for a round-trip.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Papeete?

    Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Papeete flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Papeete?

    The Airbus A350-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Papeete flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Papeete?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between San Francisco and Papeete.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Papeete?

    There are direct flights from San Francisco to Papeete on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Papeete, United Airlines or French Bee?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Papeete are United Airlines and French Bee. With an average price for the route of C$ 1,139 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. French Bee is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of C$ 841 and an overall rating of 6.2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Papeete?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Papeete.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Papeete?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Papeete from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Papeete?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Papeete with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Papeete?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Papeete from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Papeete

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 1,088 or less one-way and C$ 1,152 or less round-trip.
  • Which other cities can I fly to from Toronto Island (YTZ)?
  • Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) serves multiple airlines with domestic and international connections. From YTZ, you can extend your trip to domestic destinations like Quebec City, Montreal, Halifax, Ottawa, Winnipeg, Thunder Bay, and Sudbury, or international destinations like Chicago or Boston.
  • The San Francisco (SFO) to Papeete (PPT) flight route is served by different airlines with direct and connecting flights. If you opt for a one-stop flight on this route, you’ll likely have a layover at Los Angeles (LAX), the most popular layover city for one-stop flights on this route. Honolulu is the other popular layover stop for one-stop connections involving Hawaiian Airlines.
  • United Airlines has the best carry-on weight allowance for direct flights from San Francisco to Papeete. There is no maximum weight limit for carry-on baggage. However, your bag shouldn’t be bigger than 9 x 14 x 22 inches and should be easy to lift into the overhead storage bin. Your personal item shouldn’t exceed 9 x 10 x 17 inches and should fit under the seat.
  • For Business Class flights from San Francisco to Papeete, you can book with Hawaiian Airlines or United Airlines. The latter offers this travel option on its direct flights. You’ll enjoy access to specific lounges, comfortable seats, gourmet dining on board, spacious cabins with more legroom, a special baggage allowance, priority check-in and boarding, and in-flight entertainment.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Papeete?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from San Francisco to Papeete Faaa.
Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Papeete Faaa Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to Papeete Faaa

Monday

French Bee,United Airlines

French Bee,United Airlines

Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

French Bee,United Airlines

French Bee,United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

French Bee,United Airlines

French Bee,United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

French Bee,United Airlines

French Bee,United Airlines

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Papeete Faaa to San Francisco

Monday

French Bee,United Airlines

French Bee,United Airlines

Tuesday

French Bee,United Airlines

French Bee,United Airlines

Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

French Bee,United Airlines

French Bee,United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

French Bee,United Airlines

French Bee,United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

United Airlines

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from San Francisco to Papeete

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Papeete. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to Papeete? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 9897 reviews
7.7Boarding
7.1Entertainment
6.6Food
8.1Crew
7.3Comfort
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No extra snacks were available. Meals quality is terrible. Crew was not friendly.

2.0 MediocreOlivia, Jun 2026
SFO - HKG
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No extra snacks were available. Meals quality is terrible. Crew was not friendly.

Lost one piece of luggage even though I checked in 2.5 hours before the flight

It was perfect! United Airlines staff was extremely caring, super friendly and professional

United has maintenance issues and can then never recover. No operations ability and simple issues always turn into multiple hours long cascading delays. Worst airline on earth.

I paid for a confirmed upgraded aisle seat and was moved to a center seat in the back of the plane at the last minute.

Horrifying Almost 2 million miles. Bring your own food and drink. One coffee or drink every three hours. Have to order meals on app more than 24 hours ahead Tiny and dirty bathrooms

Easy of boarding, helpfully staff at check in, surprisingly comfortable seating

Lost of requested seat assignments. Lost my husband's meal choice

For an 8.5 hour flight the service on board lacked a bit. Service start was slow, the food was worse than usual and they skipped the snack they were supposed to deliver before landing.

We sat on the plane for three hours while they fixed something and then we waited for 30 other people to board the plane. They texted us 7 times adding on to the delay. No food or drinks were offered for those three hours while I watched the flight attendants eating and drinking while we waited to leave.

I died before the flight, and they would not refund my ticket.

Excellent-boarding was quick and efficient, plenty of room in board. Friendly crew

Best price around. The food has gotten worse,,,might actually be better to board with one's own food... On time, professional staff at airport and on board.

Economy seats are too tight for a long haul flight. The meal was surprisingly good, though it was surprising to learn that even coffee and tea were extra pay. They also don’t distribute water regularly.

Expensive long flight from SFO to PPT. Even at basic fare its very expensive given what you get and you get absolutely nothing... they even charge for the water...and if you are not french the crew will treat you like a intruder...very bad experience during my worlwide travel experience...

Nothing, the flight was reasonable and good in all aspects

The company lost my luggage on a direct flight from LAX to ORLY. We have tried to call them daily but they do not have a human customer service agent. We submitted upon arrival and online but again, no response. We easily have items that add up to $2000 and under the Montreal Convention they should be held responsible for compensation. But again, no response and I’m going to get legal representation if we do not hear back within 21 days of the flight and lost baggage.

everything is an extra cost on this flight, you need to pay to have a your children sit next to you (they won’t change the seat for your kids to sit next to you without charging you), food is an extra you need to pay for on a 12 hour flight, no drinks or snacks throughout the flight, the media selection is subpar and your phone has more options

Seats were uncomfortable. Lower back support would be nice. It was the usual for an airplane. Other than that, everything was wonderful. Even my kids said the food was good! Nice to get a blanket and set of earbuds.

Better than expected from a low cost airline! The food, seat and overall experience was great! I would fly with them again.

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