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Cheap flights from Melbourne to French Polynesia from $752

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — PPT
30 Nov — 7 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to French Polynesia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to French Polynesia flight deals. Data was last updated 31 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,553

One-way from

$752

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,495
Air Tahiti Nui
  • Air Tahiti Nui
  • 29/4-9/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 55m total
  • Melbourne to French Polynesia
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 1/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 20m total
  • Melbourne to French Polynesia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($148 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($65 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to French Polynesia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to French Polynesia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 October 2025.

Sat 13/1223:55MEL - PPT
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 20/1208:35PPT - MEL
2 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10$2,155
Mon 15/1212:10MEL - PPT
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Sun 21/1202:55PPT - MEL
1 stop11h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 30/10$2,196
Sun 14/1218:55MEL - PPT
1 stop27h 30mAir New Zealand
Thu 18/1203:00PPT - MEL
1 stop10h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/10$2,248
Mon 15/1218:50MEL - PPT
2 stops51h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/1202:55PPT - MEL
1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10$2,470
Sun 14/1221:00MEL - PPT
2 stops46h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1203:00PPT - MEL
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10$2,771
Sat 13/1208:10AVV - PPT
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 20/1209:10PPT - AVV
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10$2,858
Sun 14/1218:55MEL - BOB
2 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/1208:55BOB - MEL
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10$2,965

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Melbourne

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French Polynesia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbournePapeete

MEL - PPT

MELPPT

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

18:30-22:00

1 stop23h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 9/5

08:25-15:50

1 stop11h 25m

$1,553

MelbournePapeete

MEL - PPT

MELPPT

Melbourne

Fri 6/2

12:10-01:30

1 stop10h 20m

Papeete Faaa

Sun 8/2

02:55-10:55

1 stop11h 00m

$1,619

MelbournePapeete

MEL - PPT

MELPPT

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

13:55-22:00

1 stop28h 05m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 9/5

08:25-20:05

2 stops15h 40m

$1,651

MelbournePapeete

MEL - PPT

MELPPT

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

18:30-22:00

1 stop23h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 6/5

08:25-23:35

2 stops19h 10m

$1,651

MelbournePapeete

MEL - PPT

MELPPT

Melbourne

Sun 8/2

06:45-22:00

1 stop12h 15m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 11/2

09:10-17:15

1 stop11h 05m

$1,652

MelbournePapeete

MEL - PPT

MELPPT

Melbourne

Tue 28/4

21:00-22:00

2 stops45h 00m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 9/5

08:25-17:25

1 stop13h 00m

$1,655

MelbournePapeete

MEL - PPT

MELPPT

Melbourne

Tue 28/4

23:55-02:25

1 stop22h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Fri 8/5

04:00-10:50

1 stop10h 50m

$1,658

MelbournePapeete

MEL - PPT

MELPPT

Melbourne

Fri 6/2

08:00-01:30

2 stops14h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Sun 8/2

02:55-10:55

1 stop11h 00m

$1,674

MelbournePapeete

MEL - PPT

MELPPT

Melbourne

Mon 27/4

08:35-02:25

1 stop13h 50m

Papeete Faaa

Fri 8/5

04:00-10:50

1 stop10h 50m

$1,686

MelbournePapeete

MEL - PPT

MELPPT

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

09:10-02:25

2 stops13h 15m

Papeete Faaa

Fri 8/5

04:00-10:50

1 stop10h 50m

$1,698

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to French Polynesia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to French Polynesia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to French Polynesia?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to French Polynesia (average of $685). Flying from Melbourne to French Polynesia in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,674). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to PF?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to French Polynesia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 31 October 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne to French Polynesia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 26% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to French Polynesia?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to French Polynesia flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 31 October 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Melbourne to French Polynesia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very Good
69 reviews
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Food

7.7

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very Good
69 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very Good
69 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
520 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very Good
69 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
925 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very Good
69 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to French Polynesia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to French Polynesia?

    A quick flight from Melbourne to French Polynesia can take about 10h 20m. Air Tahiti Nui provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,619. The distance from Melbourne to French Polynesia is about 6692 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to French Polynesia?

    The most popular route from Melbourne to French Polynesia is Melbourne - Papeete Faaa. You may also consider Melbourne Avalon - Papeete Faaa or Melbourne - Vaitape Motu-Mute.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to French Polynesia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to French Polynesia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to French Polynesia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to French Polynesia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to French Polynesia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to French Polynesia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to French Polynesia?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to French Polynesia (average of $685). Flying from Melbourne to French Polynesia in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,674). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to French Polynesia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to French Polynesia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 31 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$936Average$1,579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$1,192Average$1,538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,308Average$1,547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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