Question 1

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Papeete?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Papeete typically takes around 8 hours 45 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 29 hours 45 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Papeete?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are nonstop flights from San Francisco to Papeete, although not necessarily every day. On average, around 5 to 6 flights per week are available. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, you will have an easier time finding a suitable nonstop connection.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Papeete?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from San Francisco to Papeete are operated by, among others, United Airlines and French Bee. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with Air Tahiti Nui (via Los Angeles), Alaska Airlines (via Honolulu, Los Angeles) and Delta (via Los Angeles). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Papeete?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from San Francisco to Papeete operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from San Francisco to Papeete?

Accepted Answer

On the route from San Francisco to Papeete, there is less than one flight per day on average. The exact number can vary by day of the week and season. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from San Francisco to Papeete?

Accepted Answer

On the route from San Francisco to Papeete, there are around 5 to 6 flights per week. The number of flights can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days.

Question 7

When does the first flight from San Francisco to Papeete depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest nonstop flight from San Francisco to Papeete usually departs at 11:55 AM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Papeete.

Question 8

When does the last flight from San Francisco to Papeete depart?

Accepted Answer

The last nonstop flight from San Francisco to Papeete usually departs at 11:40 PM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
San Francisco Papeete	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (LAX) AS1329, AS5509 16h 07min	Return 08/25/26 2 Stopovers (HNL, OGG) AS0882, AS1056, AS0978 16h 10min	Alaska Airlines		$1,020
Best option San Francisco Papeete	Outbound 08/20/26 direct UA0115 08h 30min	Return 08/25/26 direct UA0114 08h 05min	United Airlines	?	$1,097
San Francisco Papeete	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (LAX) AS1329, AS5509 16h 07min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (HNL) AS0882, AS0812 17h 58min	Alaska Airlines		$1,022
San Francisco Papeete	Outbound 08/20/26 direct UA0115 08h 30min	Return 08/25/26 direct UA0114 08h 05min	United Airlines		$1,101
San Francisco Papeete	Outbound 08/20/26 direct UA0115 08h 30min	Return 08/25/26 direct UA0114 08h 05min	United Airlines		$1,114
San Francisco Papeete	Outbound 08/20/26 direct UA0115 08h 30min	Return 08/25/26 direct UA0114 08h 05min	United Airlines		$1,127
San Francisco Papeete	Outbound 08/20/26 direct UA0115 08h 30min	Return 08/25/26 direct UA0114 08h 05min	United Airlines	?	$1,159
San Francisco Papeete	Outbound 08/20/26 direct UA0115 08h 30min	Return 08/25/26 direct UA0114 08h 05min	United Airlines	?	$1,217
San Francisco Papeete	Outbound 08/20/26 4 Stopovers (BOI, LAX, LGB, OGG, HNL) AS3375, AS3126, AS0971, AS1125, AS0881 52h 44min	Return 08/25/26 2 Stopovers (HNL, LAX) AS0882, AS0802, AS1406 36h 27min	Alaska Airlines	?	$1,619
San Francisco Papeete	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (LAX) AS1329, TN0007 16h 07min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (LAX) TN0008, TN2422 12h 07min	Alaska Airlines, Air Tahiti Nui	?	$1,843

Roundtrip from	US$1,019.63
Flight duration	min. 08:30 / max. 08:40
Return flight duration	min. 07:55/ max. 08:05
Distance	6772 km
Flights per week	5
Departure airport	Airport San Francisco International Airport, CA (SFO)
Arrival airport	Airport Papeete-Faaa (PPT)
Destination country	Flights to French Polynesia
Departure airport - Destination country	San Francisco International Airport, CA - French Polynesia

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