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Data updated: 2026-10-28 12:24:26

Papeete (PPT) to San Francisco (SFO) Flights

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PPT········· ·········SFO
Fa'a'ā International AirportSan Francisco International Airport
Distance
4,187 miles
Flight time
8h 10m
Time difference
SFO is 3h ahead
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Return date

Flights from Papeete to San Francisco

All times are shown in local time. Prices are for one-way, per adult, including taxes and fees.

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Collected nonstop flight records from PPT to SFO on 2026-11-02
07:15PPTTAHT UTC−108h 15m
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Nonstop
17:30SFOPST UTC−8$511.00One-way
Flight details
22:10PPTTAHT UTC−108h 15m
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Nonstop
08:25SFOPST UTC−8$703.00One-way
Flight details

Flight route map

Papeete (PPT) to San Francisco (SFO) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from Papeete (PPT), (unassigned), to San Francisco (SFO), California, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 4,187 miles.

Departure
Fa'a'ā International Airport · (unassigned), French Polynesia · 17° 33' 12" S 149° 36' 25" W
Flight route
4,187 miles · 8h 10m
Direction
24.53° (NNE)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 10.31463, longitude -137.27359, approximately 2,101.5 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
4,203 miles
Time difference
SFO is 3h ahead
Destination
San Francisco International Airport · California, United States · 37° 37' 11" N 122° 22' 29" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
4,187 miles
Average flight time
8h 10m
Time difference
SFO is 3h ahead
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from Papeete to San Francisco is 24.53°, and the compass direction is NNE.

Airport information

Fa'a'ā International Airport

Fa'a'ā International Airport
Papeete, (unassigned), French Polynesia
17° 33' 12" S, 149° 36' 25" W
Elevation: 5 ft (2 m)
Time zone: TAHT UTC−10
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What's the weather like in Papeete and San Francisco?

Temperature unit:

PPT · Papeete

74°FPartly cloudyFeels like 83°F
Humidity
97%
Wind
1 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

SFO · San Francisco

48°FSunnyFeels like 44°F
Humidity
73%
Wind
3 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2869°F | 48°FOvercast
Thu, Oct 2969°F | 51°FOvercast
Fri, Oct 3067°F | 55°FOvercast
Sat, Oct 3168°F | 57°FOvercast
Sun, Nov 172°F | 58°FSunny

Popular airlines from Papeete to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Papeete to San Francisco

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for French Polynesia to United States (PF-US). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.

Which travel month has the lowest reference fare, and by how much?

In average round-trip fares grouped by travel month over the past 12 months, Mar is lowest at USD 440. Compared with the selected date's calendar month average of USD 650, the difference is USD 210. This is not a quote for a specific date or nonstop flight.

Should I book now or wait for a lower fare?

If you can change departure dates, the price calendar shows a reference fare of USD 316 on 2026-11-05, USD 195 below the selected date. Prices for different departure dates cannot predict whether the same flight will get cheaper later; check the latest price and availability before booking.

How much could changing the departure date by a few days save?

Among available departure dates within three days of the selected date, the same-currency reference nonstop fare of USD 511 on 2026-11-02 is tied for the lowest. Fares on different dates may not be for the same cabin or fare product; check the latest price and availability before booking.