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?

San Francisco (SFO) was the most common stop: 60% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Papeete Faaa?

United Airlines and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Papeete Faaa

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 45% 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 offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Papeete?

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

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.

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1:21 pm - 4:40 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

20h 19m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Francisco

11:59 pm - 6:34 amPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 35m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,206Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14

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

20h 35m1 stop Los Angeles

11:45 pm - 8:38 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

16h 53m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,270Air Tahiti Nui

Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29

10:30 am - 10:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

16h 05m1 stop Los Angeles

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

19h 31m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,280Air Tahiti Nui

Sat, Feb 13 - Sun, Feb 21

11:59 am - 10:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

14h 36m1 stop Los Angeles

11:59 pm - 12:30 amPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

20h 31m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,280Air Tahiti Nui

Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 14

7:57 pm - 9:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

29h 28m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

11:25 pm - 1:18 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 53m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$1,286Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 24

7:57 pm - 9:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

29h 28m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

11:25 pm - 1:18 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 53m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$1,326Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 24

5:53 pm - 5:00 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

15h 07m1 stop Los Angeles

11:59 pm - 8:00 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

16h 01m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,419American Airlines

Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20

8:29 am - 10:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

18h 06m1 stop Los Angeles

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

18h 31m2 stops Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$1,424American Airlines

Sat, Feb 13 - Sun, Feb 21

5:30 am - 8:00 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

18h 30m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

10:10 pm - 6:49 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

16h 39m1 stop San Francisco

$1,740United Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23

6:00 am - 8:00 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PPT Papeete Faaa

18h 00m1 stop San Francisco

10:10 pm - 8:22 pmPPT Papeete Faaa-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 12m1 stop San Francisco

$1,740United Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

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Air Tahiti Nui flights from Chicago to Papeete

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Air Tahiti Nui

Dec 22

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 35m

1 stop

PPT10:35 pmPapeete Faaa

Dec 29

PPT11:45 pmPapeete Faaa

16h 53m

1 stop

ORD8:38 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,270

Air Tahiti Nui

Feb 4

ORD11:59 amChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 36m

1 stop

PPT10:35 pmPapeete Faaa

Feb 14

PPT11:59 pmPapeete Faaa

20h 31m

1 stop

ORD12:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,280

Air Tahiti Nui

Jan 15

ORD8:56 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 39m

1 stop

PPT10:35 pmPapeete Faaa

Jan 23

PPT11:59 pmPapeete Faaa

18h 31m

1 stop

ORD10:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,291

Alaska Airlines flights from Chicago to Papeete

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Alaska Airlines

Feb 13

ORD5:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

32h 40m

3 stops

PPT10:35 pmPapeete Faaa

Feb 21

PPT11:59 pmPapeete Faaa

33h 55m

3 stops

ORD1:54 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,390

Alaska Airlines

Dec 5

ORD8:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

25h 00m

3 stops

PPT5:00 amPapeete Faaa

Dec 9

PPT11:59 pmPapeete Faaa

20h 00m

3 stops

ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,402

Alaska Airlines

Feb 13

ORD2:03 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

36h 32m

2 stops

PPT10:35 pmPapeete Faaa

Feb 21

PPT11:59 pmPapeete Faaa

33h 10m

3 stops

ORD1:09 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,405

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/7

1:21 pm-4:40 am

2 stops20h 19m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 10/14

11:59 pm-6:34 am

1 stop25h 35m

$1,206

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/22

6:00 am-10:35 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 12/29

11:45 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop16h 53m

$1,270

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/13

10:30 am-10:35 pm

1 stop16h 05m

Papeete Faaa

Sun 2/21

11:59 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop19h 31m

$1,280

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/4

11:59 am-10:35 pm

1 stop14h 36m

Papeete Faaa

Sun 2/14

11:59 pm-12:30 am

1 stop20h 31m

$1,280

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/16

7:57 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops29h 28m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 11/24

11:25 pm-1:18 pm

2 stops33h 53m

$1,286

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/16

7:57 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops29h 28m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 11/24

11:25 pm-1:18 pm

2 stops33h 53m

$1,326

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/11

5:53 pm-5:00 am

1 stop15h 07m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 2/20

11:59 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop16h 01m

$1,419

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/13

8:29 am-10:35 pm

1 stop18h 06m

Papeete Faaa

Sun 2/21

11:59 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops18h 31m

$1,424

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/16

5:30 am-8:00 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Mon 11/23

10:10 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop16h 39m

$1,740

ChicagoPapeete

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PPT Papeete Faaa

ORDPPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/19

6:00 am-8:00 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Papeete Faaa

Mon 11/23

10:10 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop18h 12m

$1,740

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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 January instead. Flights to Papeete in January, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around $1,443.

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Best Price Found	$574
Fastest flight time	14h 36m
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The best one-way flight to Papeete from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $574. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Papeete found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,206.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Papeete takes 14h 36m

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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 14h 36m.
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 65% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Air Tahiti Nui with 35%.

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Air Tahiti Nui	PriceFrom $1,293	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.5 80 reviews	Search Air Tahiti Nui flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,358	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,040 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,704	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,180 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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