Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Papeete?

San Francisco (SFO) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 53m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Papeete?

Los Angeles (LAX) was the most common stop: 57% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Papeete?

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,630.

What airlines fly to Papeete?

American Airlines, Air Tahiti Nui and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Papeete from Chicago according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Papeete. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Papeete on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Papeete?

Flights connecting via Los Angeles (LAX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 23m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Papeete Faaa Airport?

Prices for flights from Chicago to Papeete Faaa Airport refresh daily.

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As of November 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Papeete Faaa Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Papeete Faaa Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Papeete Faaa Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Papeete Faaa Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Papeete Faaa Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Papeete Faaa Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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5:24 pm - 5:20 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

39h 56m3 stops Orlando Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Francisco

7:15 am - 5:01 amPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

17h 46m2 stops San Francisco Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$1,136Multiple Airlines

Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12

6:21 am - 5:20 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

50h 59m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

9:30 pm - 7:05 amPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 35m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,165Multiple Airlines

Sat, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 22

6:21 am - 5:20 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

50h 59m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

11:45 pm - 7:05 amPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 20m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,194Multiple Airlines

Tue, Feb 9 - Thu, Feb 18

6:45 pm - 10:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

31h 50m1 stop Los Angeles

11:59 pm - 10:30 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 31m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,360Air Tahiti Nui

Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Dec 5

6:29 am - 10:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

20h 06m1 stop Los Angeles

11:45 pm - 7:45 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

16h 00m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,371Air Tahiti Nui

Sat, Feb 27 - Thu, Mar 11

8:20 am - 5:00 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

24h 40m1 stop Los Angeles

11:59 pm - 12:11 amPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

20h 12m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,371Air Tahiti Nui

Fri, Feb 19 - Mon, Mar 8

1:54 pm - 5:00 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

19h 06m2 stops Omaha Eppley Airfield Los Angeles

11:45 pm - 11:11 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,407American Airlines

Sat, Feb 27 - Thu, Mar 11

3:02 pm - 5:00 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

17h 58m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles

11:45 pm - 7:54 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

16h 09m2 stops Los Angeles Tulsa

$1,407American Airlines

Sun, Mar 7 - Fri, Mar 12

7:00 am - 6:40 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

15h 40m1 stop San Francisco

10:10 pm - 7:05 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

16h 55m1 stop San Francisco

$1,772United Airlines

Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Dec 1

7:00 am - 6:40 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

15h 40m1 stop San Francisco

10:10 pm - 8:35 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 25m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles

$1,772United Airlines

Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Dec 1

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Air Tahiti Nui flights from Chicago to Papeete

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Air Tahiti Nui

Nov 22

ORD6:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 50m

1 stop

PPT10:35 pmPapeete Faaa

Dec 5

PPT11:59 pmPapeete Faaa

18h 31m

1 stop

ORD10:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,360

Air Tahiti Nui

Feb 27

ORD12:11 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 49m

1 stop

PPT5:00 amPapeete Faaa

Mar 11

PPT11:45 pmPapeete Faaa

19h 10m

1 stop

ORD10:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,371

Air Tahiti Nui

Dec 16

ORD10:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

22h 30m

1 stop

PPT5:00 amPapeete Faaa

Dec 23

PPT11:59 pmPapeete Faaa

19h 28m

1 stop

ORD11:27 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,383

Alaska Airlines flights from Chicago to Papeete

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Alaska Airlines

Feb 9

ORD2:11 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

18h 49m

2 stops

PPT5:00 amPapeete Faaa

Feb 18

PPT11:45 pmPapeete Faaa

33h 24m

3 stops

ORD1:09 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,391

Alaska Airlines

Feb 25

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 35m

2 stops

PPT10:35 pmPapeete Faaa

Mar 1

PPT9:30 pmPapeete Faaa

22h 29m

3 stops

ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,428

Alaska Airlines

Feb 6

ORD3:19 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

35h 16m

3 stops

PPT10:35 pmPapeete Faaa

Feb 22

PPT9:30 pmPapeete Faaa

22h 29m

3 stops

ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,458

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/8

5:24 pm-5:20 am

3 stops39h 56m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 12/12

7:15 am-5:01 am

2 stops17h 46m

$1,136

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/6

6:21 am-5:20 am

2 stops50h 59m

Papeete Faaa

Mon 2/22

9:30 pm-7:05 am

1 stop29h 35m

$1,165

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/9

6:21 am-5:20 am

2 stops50h 59m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 2/18

11:45 pm-7:05 am

1 stop27h 20m

$1,194

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/22

6:45 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 12/5

11:59 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop18h 31m

$1,360

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/27

6:29 am-10:35 pm

1 stop20h 06m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 3/11

11:45 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$1,371

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/19

8:20 am-5:00 am

1 stop24h 40m

Papeete Faaa

Mon 3/8

11:59 pm-12:11 am

1 stop20h 12m

$1,371

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/27

1:54 pm-5:00 am

2 stops19h 06m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 3/11

11:45 pm-11:11 pm

2 stops19h 26m

$1,407

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/7

3:02 pm-5:00 am

2 stops17h 58m

Papeete Faaa

Fri 3/12

11:45 pm-7:54 pm

2 stops16h 09m

$1,407

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/21

7:00 am-6:40 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 12/1

10:10 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$1,772

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/21

7:00 am-6:40 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 12/1

10:10 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops18h 25m

$1,772

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Papeete?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Papeete from Chicago, with most prices found around $1,323. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Papeete from Chicago during February instead. Flights to Papeete in February, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around $1,418.

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Best Price Found	$445
Fastest flight time	15h 16m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Papeete from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $445. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Papeete found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,136.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Papeete takes 15h 16m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Papeete

How far is Chicago to Papeete Faaa by plane?
Papeete Faaa is 5687.0 mi away from Chicago. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 15h 16m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Papeete Faaa Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Papeete Faaa Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Papeete Faaa Airport?
As of November 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Papeete Faaa Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Papeete Faaa Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Papeete Faaa Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Papeete Faaa Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Papeete Faaa Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Papeete Faaa Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Papeete?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Chicago and Papeete, the leading airline is American Airlines, making up 42% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Air Tahiti Nui with 30% and United Airlines with 28%.

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Air Tahiti Nui	PriceFrom $1,281	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.5 83 reviews	Search Air Tahiti Nui flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,418	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,232 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,704	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,462 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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