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Papeete.C$1,069 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 17, returning Mon, Oct 27.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines and Air Caraibes.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Fri, Oct 17, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air Caraibes, departing from Papeete on Mon, Oct 27, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,069, select.
Papeete.C$1,123 per passenger.Departing Fri, Sep 26, returning Sat, Oct 11.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines and French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Fri, Sep 26, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with French Bee, departing from Papeete on Sat, Oct 11, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,123, select.
Papeete.C$1,192 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 6, returning Sat, Sep 13.Round-trip flight with Hawaiian Airlines and French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Sat, Sep 6, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with French Bee, departing from Papeete on Sat, Sep 13, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,192, select.
Papeete.C$1,202 per passenger.Departing Wed, Nov 26, returning Thu, Dec 4.Round-trip flight with Hawaiian Airlines and Air Caraibes.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Wed, Nov 26, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air Caraibes, departing from Papeete on Thu, Dec 4, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,202, select.
Papeete.C$1,255 per passenger.Departing Fri, Apr 3, returning Mon, May 4.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines and French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Fri, Apr 3, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with French Bee, departing from Papeete on Mon, May 4, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,255, select.
Papeete.C$1,271 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 19, returning Sat, Aug 30.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines and French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Tue, Aug 19, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with French Bee, departing from Papeete on Sat, Aug 30, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,271, select.
Papeete.C$1,285 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jul 25, returning Thu, Aug 7.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from San Diego International on Fri, Jul 25, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from Papeete on Thu, Aug 7, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,285, select.
Papeete.C$1,292 per passenger.Departing Sat, Mar 28, returning Sat, Apr 11.Round-trip flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departing from San Diego International on Sat, Mar 28, arriving in Papeete.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departing from Papeete on Sat, Apr 11, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,292, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to Papeete flights are currently cheapest in October.
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San Diego to Papeete: Alternative routes

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San Diego to Papeete: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundC$1,069
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from San Diego to Papeete: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from San Diego to Papeete is C$1,069. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Diego to Papeete. But we found flights with one stop from C$1,069.
There are no flights flying from San Diego to Papeete, as of July 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Papeete is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Papeete Airport on Friday, October 17, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Diego and Papeete Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Papeete but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Papeete is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Papeete is Alaska Airlines.

Travelling from San Diego to Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT): What you need to know

  • Tahiti Faa'an Airport is located in Papeete. The city runs on the UTC-10 timezone and is three hours behind San Diego.

  • Leave enough time to catch your flight from San Diego to PPT. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • In high season, allow for longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • SAN is about 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 20 minutes.

  • In search of a convenient hotel close to San Diego International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from San Diego to Tahiti Faa'an Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:

  • 71.38% of flights leaving from San Diego International Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central San Diego to CLD in around 2 hours 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 40 minutes.

  • Start your vacation sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your San Diego to PPT flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to McClellan-Palomar Airport:

About Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT)

  • Consider booking a hotel near PPT if you have a late flight from San Diego to Tahiti Faa'an Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Tahiti Faa'an Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Hertz or Thrifty and find adventure across Papeete and beyond.

  • For the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your San Diego to Tahiti Faa'an Airport flight.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT)

  • At the moment, C$569 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Tahiti Faa'an Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,069. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from San Diego to PPT, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.

  • Cheap San Diego to Tahiti Faa'an Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal is available on flight tickets from San Diego to PPT.

  • Discover the best deal on a flight from San Diego to Tahiti Faa'an Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from San Diego to Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT)

  • It's time to decide when to book your flight from San Diego to Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT). July is when most people visit Papeete. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in April.

  • Lock in a San Diego to PPT flight ticket departing in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Papeete to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from San Diego to Tahiti Faa'an Airport in August when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).

More about Papeete

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Papeete right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Tahiti Faa'an Airport:

  • Your visit to Papeete won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions that are worth your time include Tetiaroa, POE CHARTER TAHITI and Papeete Tahiti Temple.

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