Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

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$ 1,130 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$ 818 and an overall rating of 6.1.

Question 2

How long does a flight from San Francisco to Papeete take?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights cover the 10,878 km separating San Francisco to Papeete in about 8h 20m.

Question 3

How many flights are there between San Francisco and Papeete per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 1 and 2 nonstop flights that take off from San Francisco and land in Papeete, with an average flight time of 8h 27m. The most common departure time is 11:00 p.m. and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 11 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 18% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

Question 4

How many flights are there between San Francisco and Papeete per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 1 and 2 nonstop flights that take off from San Francisco and land in Papeete, with an average flight time of 8h 27m. The most common departure time is 11:00 p.m. and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 11 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 18% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

Question 5

What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Papeete?

Accepted Answer

In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Papeete was C$ 504 for a one-way ticket and C$ 855 for a round-trip.

Question 6

What’s the earliest departure time from San Francisco to Papeete?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Francisco at 1:20 pm and will be landing in Papeete at 6:55 pm.

Question 7

What’s the latest departure time from San Francisco to Papeete?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Francisco to Papeete jets off at 11:20 pm and lands at 4:40 am.

Question 8

Which airlines fly direct between San Francisco and Papeete?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 airlines that fly direc from San Francisco to Papeete. They are French Bee and United Airlines. The cheapest airline for this route is French Bee, with the best round-trip deal found costing C$ 652. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at French Bee.

Question 9

Which airlines fly direct between San Francisco and Papeete?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 airlines that fly direc from San Francisco to Papeete. They are French Bee and United Airlines. The cheapest airline for this route is French Bee, with the best round-trip deal found costing C$ 652. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at French Bee.

Question 10

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

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

Question 11

Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Papeete?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

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.

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 16

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

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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.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Papeete is March, where tickets cost C$ 715 (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$ 1,160 and C$ 1,137 respectively.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Papeete is March, where tickets cost C$ 715 (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$ 1,160 and C$ 1,137 respectively.

Question 19

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

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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.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 23

How often are flights from San Francisco to Papeete delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between San Francisco and Papeete historically see delays in approximately 22% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 150 minutes.

Question 24

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Papeete flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, United Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 16% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 25

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Saturday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Monday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 26

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Papeete flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the morning tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights at night have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 27

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Francisco and Papeete?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 28

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Francisco and Papeete?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 29

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Papeete?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Papeete were found on Delta (C$ 855) and Air France (C$ 857).

Question 30

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Papeete?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Papeete were found on Delta (C$ 855) and Air France (C$ 857).

Question 31

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

Accepted Answer

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 4 weeks before departure.

Question 32

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

Accepted Answer

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 4 weeks before departure.

Question 33

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

Accepted Answer

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$ 652 on average.

Question 34

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

Accepted Answer

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$ 652 on average.

Question 35

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

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.Flights to Papeete from San Francisco usually cost between C$ 957 and C$ 1,361 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 855 on Delta (10 Sep–15 Sep).

Question 36

What are the most popular airlines flying to Papeete?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Papeete is French Bee, followed by United Airlines.

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