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.

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 41% 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.

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 September 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.

$661 Cheap Flights from Chicago to Papeete in 2026/27

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3:20 pm - 5:00 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

17h 40m1 stop Los Angeles

9:30 pm - 11:30 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 00m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,309American Airlines

Sun, Mar 7 - Mon, Mar 15

12:05 pm - 10:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

14h 30m1 stop Los Angeles

11:59 pm - 6:28 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

14h 29m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,309American Airlines

Sun, Jan 24 - Sat, Jan 30

7:00 am - 10:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

19h 35m1 stop Los Angeles

11:59 pm - 6:28 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

14h 29m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,309American Airlines

Sat, Jan 23 - Sat, Jan 30

11:45 am - 10:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

14h 50m1 stop Los Angeles

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

18h 31m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,323Air Tahiti Nui

Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 12

11:45 am - 10:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

14h 50m1 stop Los Angeles

11:45 pm - 5:59 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

14h 14m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,333Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 24

2:17 pm - 5:20 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

19h 03m2 stops San Diego San Francisco

11:45 pm - 6:02 amPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 17m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,336Multiple Airlines

Wed, Dec 23 - Thu, Dec 24

8:45 pm - 4:10 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

36h 25m1 stop Los Angeles

11:59 pm - 9:20 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

16h 21m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,340Air Tahiti Nui

Fri, Mar 26 - Fri, Apr 9

6:00 am - 10:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

20h 35m1 stop Los Angeles

11:59 pm - 8:38 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

16h 39m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,353Air Tahiti Nui

Mon, Dec 21 - Wed, Dec 23

8:55 am - 8:00 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

15h 05m1 stop San Francisco

10:10 pm - 9:30 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 20m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl

$1,770United Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 24

8:55 am - 8:00 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

15h 05m1 stop San Francisco

10:10 pm - 9:30 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 20m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl

$1,774United Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 24

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American Airlines flights from Chicago to Papeete

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American Airlines

Jan 23

ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 35m

1 stop

PPT10:35 pmPapeete Faaa

Jan 30

PPT11:59 pmPapeete Faaa

14h 29m

1 stop

ORD6:28 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,309

American Airlines

Jan 23

ORD5:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 35m

2 stops

PPT10:35 pmPapeete Faaa

Jan 30

PPT11:59 pmPapeete Faaa

20h 00m

1 stop

ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,313

American Airlines

Jan 17

ORD3:06 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

17h 54m

2 stops

PPT5:00 amPapeete Faaa

Jan 23

PPT11:59 pmPapeete Faaa

17h 30m

2 stops

ORD9:29 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,368

Alaska Airlines flights from Chicago to Papeete

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Alaska Airlines

Feb 18

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 35m

2 stops

PPT10:35 pmPapeete Faaa

Mar 5

PPT9:30 pmPapeete Faaa

22h 29m

3 stops

ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,440

Alaska Airlines

Feb 12

ORD8:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

25h 00m

3 stops

PPT5:00 amPapeete Faaa

Feb 15

PPT11:59 pmPapeete Faaa

33h 10m

2 stops

ORD1:09 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,496

Alaska Airlines

Dec 5

ORD2:08 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

18h 52m

2 stops

PPT5:00 amPapeete Faaa

Dec 11

PPT9:30 pmPapeete Faaa

22h 29m

2 stops

ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,498

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/7

3:20 pm-5:00 am

1 stop17h 40m

Papeete Faaa

Mon 3/15

9:30 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$1,309

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/24

12:05 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop14h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 1/30

11:59 pm-6:28 pm

1 stop14h 29m

$1,309

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/23

7:00 am-10:35 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 1/30

11:59 pm-6:28 pm

1 stop14h 29m

$1,309

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/1

11:45 am-10:35 pm

1 stop14h 50m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 12/12

11:59 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop18h 31m

$1,323

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/9

11:45 am-10:35 pm

1 stop14h 50m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 11/24

11:45 pm-5:59 pm

1 stop14h 14m

$1,333

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/23

2:17 pm-5:20 am

2 stops19h 03m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 12/24

11:45 pm-6:02 am

1 stop26h 17m

$1,336

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/26

8:45 pm-4:10 am

1 stop36h 25m

Papeete Faaa

Fri 4/9

11:59 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop16h 21m

$1,340

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/21

6:00 am-10:35 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 12/23

11:59 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop16h 39m

$1,353

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/9

8:55 am-8:00 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 11/24

10:10 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops19h 20m

$1,770

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/9

8:55 am-8:00 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 11/24

10:10 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops19h 20m

$1,774

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Papeete?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $712 to $1,654.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,309.

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 $1,358. 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	$661
Fastest flight time	18h 40m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Papeete from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $661. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Papeete found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,309.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Papeete takes 18h 40m

There are no direct flights from Chicago to Papeete. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to Papeete.

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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 18h 40m.
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 September 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 67% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Air Tahiti Nui with 33%.

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air Tahiti Nui	PriceFrom $1,281	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.5 80 reviews	Search Air Tahiti Nui flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,358	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,094 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,704	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,254 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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