Search Flights from Papeete to San Francisco

Quick Flight Summary from Papeete to San Francisco

  • Lowest recent price
    $300
  • Direct flight duration 8 hour 5 min
  • Arrival airports EMB / SFO
  • Best days to book Saturday, Friday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $727

Cheapest flights from Papeete to San Francisco

Cheapest Direct Flight

French Bee

French Bee
10 Oct, Sat
Papeete – San Francisco
8h 5m
Non-stop
PPT–SFO

French Bee

French Bee
12 Oct, Mon
Papeete – San Francisco
8h 5m
Non-stop
PPT–SFO

Air Caraibes

Air Caraibes
17 Oct, Sat
Papeete – San Francisco
8h 5m
Non-stop
PPT–SFO

French Bee

French Bee
9 Nov, Mon
Papeete – San Francisco
8h 15m
Non-stop
PPT–SFO

French Bee

French Bee
7 Nov, Sat
Papeete – San Francisco
8h 15m
Non-stop
PPT–SFO

French Bee

French Bee
24 Nov, Tue
Papeete – San Francisco
8h 15m
Non-stop
PPT–SFO

French Bee

French Bee
2 Nov, Mon
Papeete – San Francisco
8h 15m
Non-stop
PPT–SFO

United Airlines

United Airlines
10 Nov, Tue
Papeete – San Francisco
8h 15m
Non-stop
PPT–SFO

United Airlines

United Airlines
12 Nov, Thu
Papeete – San Francisco
8h 15m
Non-stop
PPT–SFO

Last update: 09 October 2026 19:20

Estimated Prices for Papeete to San Francisco Flights

Cheapest Day10 October Saturday
Best Price
$300
Average Price
$867
$3,296
$300
$300
10Sat
Oct
$592
11Sun
$300
12Mon
$302
17Sat
$540
22Thu
$1,980
23Fri
$3,296
26Mon
$444
02Mon
Nov
$642
06Fri
$370
07Sat
$348
09Mon
$465
10Tue
$465
12Thu
$958
15Sun
$939
16Mon
$1,373
17Tue
$1,792
18Wed
$1,337
19Thu
$492
20Fri
$397
24Tue

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Papeete City Center

Faaa Intl. Airport

It is very easy to reach Faaa International Airport, which is located near the city center of Papeete, one of the leading centers of the French Polynesia. In the city center, you can easily find a taxi before 06:00 pm and arrive directly at Faaa International Airport. Those who prefer another means of transportation can get on a bus that is more economical at the same time. It is also possible to find a car from one of the local or international car rental companies and travel from the center of Papeete to Faaa International Airport with the car you have rented.

From the airport, you can fly to cities such as Los Angeles, Tokyo, Auckland, Paris and Santiago with direct or connecting flights.

Taxi

In Papeete city center, you can easily find a taxi for your transportation to the airport from morning till evening. It may be a little harder to find a taxi in the city after 06:00 pm.

Passengers arriving at Faaa International Airport by taxi usually pay 23 dollars during daytime hours. This amount can be a little more for those with much luggage. If you get on the taxi with another person, this amount can also increase.

When you call a taxi from your hotel in the center of Papeete, your taxi will be ready in just a few minutes. Before getting on the taxi, you can learn from the driver how much it costs to travel to Faaa International Airport and if you find the amount high, you can bargain on the fare. If you don’t bargain about the amount and directly get on the car, the driver can demand a higher fare because taxis in the city charge more if passengers get on the car without bargaining.

You can plan your travel to the airport by getting in contact with a taxi in advance and in this way, you can save time and money.

Private Shuttle

Shuttles belonging to private companies are another ideal alternative for passengers travelling from Papeete to Faaa International Airport. These shuttles are a little more expensive than taxis for those traveling alone, but if you use the shuttle with a few people together, you can benefit from this service economically. There is not much distance between Papeete and Faaa Airport. However, travelling to the airport with this alternative can be a little longer than taxi.

Bus

The means of transportation known as 'Le Truck' can be used to travel to Faaa Airport from certain parts of Papeete for affordable prices. These buses depart from certain points in Papeete and are therefore not as comfortable as taxis that provide direct transportation. However, you can also prefer these buses, which are also commonly used by those living in Papeete and nearby places, for a cheaper travel.

Car Rental

In the center, it is possible to find the offices of many local or international car rental companies such as Hertz, Daniel Rent A Car, AVIS and Robert Rent A Car. You can directly come to Faaa International Airport by renting your car from Papeete and leave it to the car rental office here. It is very easy to find Faaa International Airport by following the signs and directions on the road. When you arrive at the terminal of Faaa Airport, you can leave your car in parking areas of the airport, if you wish you can park here for a few hours.

Renting a car is ideal for those who also plan to visit the nearby places. The car rental offices located at Faaa International Airport offer a great advantage for those who want to leave the car at the airport before leaving the city.

Airport Information

Faaa International Airport is located near Papeete, which is one of the popular centers of French Polynesia. From the airport, there are regular flights to cities such as Tokyo, Paris and Santiago, Los Angeles and Auckland.

In the terminal of Faaa Airport, there are check-in desks, resting and waiting rooms, restaurants, bars, cafés, and stores where the souvenirs reflecting of culture of the region are sold. The airport also has a foreign exchange office and internet connection throughout the terminal. You can also enjoy more comfortable seats, delicious food and drinks in the VIP passenger lounge which will welcome you at Faaa International Airport.

If you need to leave your luggage for a while, you can benefit from the lockers which can be used for short time.

Transportation to San Francisco City Center from Airport

San Francisco Intl. Airport

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is located in San Francisco California, 21 km from the city center. The airport is a major transit center for passengers, particularly those traveling from Asia. San Francisco International is the second busiest airport in California and one of the first major airports to have an automated baggage system in place.  

San Francisco International Airport is an important hub for United Airlines and Virgin America. There are a variety of transportation alternatives available to get to the city center from the airport. You can get to various parts of the city from San Francisco International Airport by taxi, bus, train, rental car, and personal car.

Train

There are two rail systems that you can use to get to the city center from San Francisco International Airport. The first is the BART, a rapid-rail system. The BART station is located in the international terminal at the airport. The BART starts running in the early hours of the morning, providing easy and fast transportation between the airport and the northern and southern parts of the city.

The other rail system that you can use to get to the city center from SFO is the CalTrain. This train departs on the hour, every hour, every day of the week, until 10 pm. This train provides transportation between SFO and San Francisco and San Jose.

Taxi

One of the most convenient and fastest transportation alternatives to get to the city center from SFO is by taxi. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. A taxi from the airport to downtown San Francisco can cost between 42 and 62 dollars and takes about 20 minutes. Taxis are readily available at each terminal at the airport and depart from the taxi zones located on the arrivals/baggage claim level. For more information on taxi companies and their contact information please visit San Francisco International Airport’s website.

Bus

SamTrans buses provide transportation between San Francisco International Airport and the city center. These public buses are operated by San Mateo County and run between San Francisco International Airport and San Mateo and various parts of San Francisco. SamTrans lines KX, 292, 397, and 398 stop at the airport terminals. Buses stop at the arrivals and baggage claim level of Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 and at Level 1 of the International Terminal.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another transportation alternative to get to the city center. There are many rental car companies that have offices at the airport. Renting a car is also a great way to get around the city during your trip. The AirTrain Blue Line provides access to the Rental Car Center from the airport terminals and it operates 24 hours a day, every day of the week. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Alamo, Dollar, Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, National, Budget, Fox and Thrifty. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location.

Bike

San Francisco International Airport contains bike assembly stations and parking areas for those who are traveling with their bike or who want to leave their bike at the airport. The BART and SamTrans rapid rail systems provide passengers with bike/transit options and the airport features marked bicycle routes.

San Francisco Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Friday
9 Oct
Fog
19°12°
Today
Saturday
10 Oct
Clear
18°13°
Sunday
11 Oct
Clear
18°10°
Monday
12 Oct
Clear
20°13°
Tuesday
13 Oct
Cloudy
19°14°

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Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Papeete-San Francisco flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Papeete-San Francisco flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Papeete-San Francisco flights, you can use Faaa Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Embarkader Airport, San Francisco Intl. Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Papeete-San Francisco is 6770 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 8 hour 20 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Papeete-San Francisco flights is Monday.
French Bee, Air Caraibes, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Air France, Air Tahiti Nui organizes direct flights between Papeete-San Francisco.
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