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

Saturday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Papeete on average per day?

1 flights are operational daily from San Francisco to Papeete as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 1:00PM, with 75% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Papeete on average per week?

7 flights are operational weekly from San Francisco to Papeete as of November 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 29% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 16% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What airlines fly to Papeete?

French Bee, United Airlines and Air Caraïbes are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Papeete from San Francisco according to our data. French Bee is the first choice among our users, with 63% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Papeete. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Papeete on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

French Bee is the most popular carrier operating from San Francisco to Papeete Faaa

How often are flights from San Francisco to Papeete delayed?

Historically, on average around 22% of flights between San Francisco and Papeete have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 159 minutes.

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As of November 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Papeete Faaa Airport.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to Papeete Faaa Airport.

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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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What is the cheapest month to fly to Papeete?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Papeete from San Francisco, with most prices found around $496. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Papeete from San Francisco during February instead. Flights to Papeete in February, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around $518.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Papeete?

According to our data, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to Papeete from San Francisco. The lowest ticket price found for a Sunday departure recently was $514. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from San Francisco to Papeete for around $747.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Papeete?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Papeete is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $518. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $890. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Papeete from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Papeete for around $675 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Papeete from San Francisco for as low as $510 on momondo.

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How have San Francisco to Papeete flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for San Francisco to Papeete flights are approximately 18% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Papeete from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $310. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Papeete found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $505.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to Papeete takes 8h 30m

Direct flights go from San Francisco to Papeete on Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The only airline offering direct flights is French Bee.

There is 1 airport near Papeete: Papeete Faaa (PPT)

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San Francisco and Papeete Faaa are 4207.1 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 8h 30m.
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Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Papeete Faaa Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
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As of November 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Papeete Faaa Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Papeete Faaa Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport 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 plane model from San Francisco to Papeete?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from San Francisco to Papeete is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (49.51% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A350-900 (46.70%), Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (1.76%), and Airbus A330-200 (0.42%).
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Papeete?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Francisco and Papeete, the leading airline is French Bee, making up 61% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include United Airlines with 28%, Air Caraïbes with 5%, and Delta with 2%.

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Air Caraïbes	PriceFrom $396	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Air Caraïbes flights
French Bee	PriceFrom $456	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.1 80 reviews	Search French Bee flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $632	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,046 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom $673	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,497 reviews	Search Air France flights
Delta	PriceFrom $673	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,998 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air Tahiti Nui	PriceFrom $804	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.6 72 reviews	Search Air Tahiti Nui flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $1,129	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,357 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights

United Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Papeete
United Airlines operates around 3 flights from San Francisco to Papeete every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $751, but momondo users have found United Airlines deals from San Francisco to Papeete from as low as $632 round-trip. United Airlines has been scored 7.4/10 in 9,046 reviews.
French Bee Flights From San Francisco to Papeete
Another popular option for San Francisco to Papeete flights is French Bee (6.1/10, 80 ratings). French Bee flies from San Francisco to Papeete around 2 times per week, with deals starting from $456 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $518.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Papeete?

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What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Papeete?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Papeete is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $518. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $890. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Papeete Faaa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have San Francisco to Papeete flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for San Francisco to Papeete flights are approximately 18% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

French Bee is the most popular carrier operating from San Francisco to Papeete Faaa

What airlines fly to Papeete?

How often are flights from San Francisco to Papeete delayed?

Historically, on average around 22% of flights between San Francisco and Papeete have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 159 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Saturday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 16% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Papeete on average per day?

1 flights are operational daily from San Francisco to Papeete as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 1:00PM, with 75% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Papeete on average per week?

7 flights are operational weekly from San Francisco to Papeete as of November 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 29% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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