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14 Mar — 21 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to French Polynesia in 2026

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Cheapest flights to French Polynesia
Explore the most affordable flight options available to French Polynesia. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 12 February 2026.

Mon 27/409:05
SYD
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PPT
1 stop13h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/503:55
PPT
-
SYD
1 stop18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,359
Sun 10/506:20
SYD
-
PPT
1 stop12h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/503:55
PPT
-
SYD
1 stop10h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,373
Wed 22/406:00
SYD
-
PPT
2 stops16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/403:55
PPT
-
SYD
1 stop10h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,426
Wed 12/811:55
SYD
-
PPT
1 stop10h 30m
Air New Zealand
Tue 25/803:55
PPT
-
SYD
1 stop10h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 11/2$1,428
Wed 5/809:55
SYD
-
PPT
1 stop12h 30m
Air New Zealand
Tue 25/803:55
PPT
-
SYD
1 stop10h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 10/2$1,445
Mon 20/711:00
SYD
-
PPT
1 stop31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/703:55
PPT
-
SYD
1 stop10h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,446

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Find the latest flights to French Polynesia in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 12 February 2026.

Return from

$1,359

One-way from

$648

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Average price

$1,408
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 27/4-17/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 35m total
  • Sydney to Papeete
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  • 24/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 25m total
  • Sydney to French Polynesia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($102 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/4

06:00-02:25

2 stops16h 25m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 30/4

03:55-10:40

1 stop10h 45m

$1,426

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/8

09:55-02:25

1 stop12h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 25/8

03:55-10:40

1 stop10h 45m

$1,445

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/8

11:55-02:25

1 stop10h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 18/8

03:55-10:40

1 stop10h 45m

$1,462

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/7

11:55-02:25

1 stop10h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 21/7

03:55-21:50

1 stop21h 55m

$1,509

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/7

14:05-22:00

2 stops27h 55m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 25/7

03:55-10:40

1 stop10h 45m

$1,521

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/5

08:55-22:20

1 stop9h 25m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 9/5

08:25-17:50

1 stop13h 25m

$1,564

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/3

19:15-01:30

1 stop27h 15m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 7/4

03:55-17:05

2 stops17h 10m

$1,642

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/8

17:50-22:20

1 stop24h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 8/8

08:25-17:50

1 stop13h 25m

$1,646

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 18/6

12:25-18:10

1 stop25h 45m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 25/6

19:50-16:10

1 stop24h 20m

$1,650

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

13:20-17:30

1 stop25h 10m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 19/3

19:00-16:05

1 stop24h 05m

$1,653

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Everything you need to know about your flight to French Polynesia

How long is the flight to French Polynesia?

On average, a flight from Sydney to French Polynesia takes 14 hours 17 minutes. Flights to French Polynesia from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to French Polynesia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to French Polynesia. Price data was last updated on 30 March 2025.

Users looking for the lowest fares to French Polynesia should consider flying on Tuesday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to French Polynesia?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to French Polynesia are Air Canada, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia.

Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $1,204
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $682
Air Tahiti Nui
Air Tahiti Nui
From $997

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to French Polynesia?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to French Polynesia are Qantas Airways, Air Tahiti Nui and Air New Zealand.

Rainfall in French Polynesia by month

Plan your trip to French Polynesia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in French Polynesia ranges from 40.0 - 330.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. August is typically the driest time to visit French Polynesia when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in French Polynesia by month

Plan your trip to French Polynesia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to French Polynesia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of May, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

What are the most popular places to fly to in French Polynesia?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to French Polynesia in the last few years. This data was updated on 12 February 2026.
The most popular places in French Polynesia to fly to are Papeete and Vaitape.

Reviews of airlines servicing French Polynesia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to French Polynesia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to French Polynesia. Reviews last updated 12 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Tahiti Nui, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways to French Polynesia by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
75 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
75 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
75 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
75 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
988 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
75 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.

FAQs about flying to French Polynesia

  • Can I find cheaper flights to French Polynesia if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to French Polynesia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to French Polynesia?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Qantas Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to French Polynesia.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in French Polynesia?

    Papeete Faaa is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in French Polynesia. One-way flights to Papeete Faaa typically cost $276, while return flights cost around $731.

  • How much is a return flight to French Polynesia?

    A return flight to French Polynesia will typically cost around $851, however they can be found for as little as $731.

  • Where does the fastest flight to French Polynesia depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to French Polynesia, Sydney Kingsford Smith offers the quickest one-way flight (9 hours 10 minutes).

  • Does Papeete Faaa have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Papeete Faaa can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Papeete Faaa?

    Yes. Papeete Faaa has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Manureva Iti Lodge is the closest property to Papeete Faaa (0.0 km away from Papeete Faaa).

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