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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Papeete to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Papeete to San Francisco International

Papeete to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Papeete to San Francisco below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Francisco International.

Papeete to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,888
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time8 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week10

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Papeete to San Francisco International is R 6,838. 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.
8 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from Papeete to San Francisco International.
United, Air Caraibes and French Bee fly direct from Papeete to San Francisco International.
As of September 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Papeete to San Francisco International.
The cheapest month to fly from Papeete to San Francisco International is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Papeete Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Saturday, 8 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 4 minutes.
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 San Francisco International 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 San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, French Bee offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Travelling from Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to San Francisco International Airport is 8 hours 10 minutes.

  • San Francisco's timezone is UTC-7, which makes San Francisco three hours ahead of Papeete.

  • Each week, there are 22 Tahiti Faa'an Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as early as possible, select the 07:00 French Bee flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:10 with United Airlines.

  • To ensure you get on your PPT to SFO flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.

  • French Bee is your gateway to discovering San Francisco (and maybe even some other great parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to San Francisco International Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with French Bee on this route.

  • United Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for PPT to SFO flights, with 88.57% of its services arriving as scheduled.

  • If you'd love to discover another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to San Francisco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Los Angeles International Airport is a sought-after stop between PPT and SFO.

How to find the cheapest flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • Currently, R 3,888 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Tahiti Faa'an Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 6,838. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from PPT to SFO by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PPT to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT)

  • Of all flights departing from Tahiti Faa'an Airport, 65.07% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Central Papeete to Tahiti Faa'an Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Taking an early flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to PPT:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

  • San Francisco International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit San Francisco. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you'd like to go to San Francisco during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PPT to SFO in January. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • San Francisco has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. About 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a visit to San Jose will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

  • Fresno is another standout destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No trip is complete without dropping by Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.

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