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Cheap flights from Sydney to Papeete from $729

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 19/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — PPT
20 May — 27 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Papeete Faaa are usually found in July or May, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Papeete

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Papeete (PPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 May 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,317

One-way from

$735

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,491
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 5/6-20/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 40m total
  • Sydney to Papeete
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22/7
  • 22/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 15m total
  • Sydney to Papeete
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($468 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($73 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Papeete
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Papeete. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 May 2025.

Thu 5/618:20SYD - PPT
1 stop28h 05mAir New Zealand
Fri 20/604:00PPT - SYD
1 stop10h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/5$1,317
Fri 13/606:20SYD - PPT
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/604:00PPT - SYD
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$1,503
Sun 8/609:10SYD - PPT
1 stop9h 10mQantas Airways
Wed 18/608:25PPT - SYD
1 stop10h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/5$1,611
Tue 12/807:10SYD - PPT
1 stop10h 50mAir Tahiti Nui
Sat 23/808:25PPT - SYD
1 stop13h 25mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 14/5$1,630

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Depart

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Price

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/6

18:20-02:25

1 stop28h 05m

Papeete Faaa

Fri 20/6

04:00-10:35

1 stop10h 35m

$1,317

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 13/6

06:20-02:25

1 stop16h 05m

Papeete Faaa

Fri 20/6

04:00-22:15

2 stops22h 15m

$1,503

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/6

09:10-22:20

1 stop9h 10m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 21/6

08:25-17:50

1 stop13h 25m

$1,611

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 12/8

07:10-22:00

1 stop10h 50m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 23/8

08:25-17:50

1 stop13h 25m

$1,630

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/10

18:20-01:25

1 stop28h 05m

$729

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 22/7

09:00-19:15

1 stop30h 15m

$735

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/9

07:10-22:05

1 stop10h 55m

$772

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 22/7

12:25-19:15

2 stops26h 50m

$1,098

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/9

09:25-05:30

1 stop40h 05m

$1,921

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/7

09:30-18:55

2 stops53h 25m

$2,246

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Deals found on 14/5

Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Papeete

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Papeete

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Papeete?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Papeete. Price data was last updated on 9 May 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Papeete may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 32 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Papeete?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Papeete (average of $916). Flying from Sydney to Papeete in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,072). 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 SYD to PPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Papeete. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 May 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Sydney to Papeete by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Rainfall in Papeete by month

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

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

Temperature in Papeete by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Papeete, 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Papeete

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Papeete. 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 Papeete. Reviews last updated 15 May 2025.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
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Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
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Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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
476 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
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Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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
838 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,730 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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 Sydney to Papeete. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Papeete round-trip?

    Flying on Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to Papeete, with prices starting at $1,317. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qantas Airways and Air Tahiti Nui, with the lowest prices starting at $1,611 and $1,630, respectively. Air New Zealand is 20% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Papeete one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $896 on Qantas Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Aircalin from $1,098 and United Airlines from $2,246 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Papeete that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Papeete flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Papeete?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Papeete?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Papeete 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 Sydney to Papeete?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Papeete (average of $916). Flying from Sydney to Papeete in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,072). 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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Air New Zealand flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Papeete Faaa
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Top 3 airlines flying from Sydney to Papeete

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Papeete. 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 15 May 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,089Average$1,670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$1,211Average$1,536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,365Average$1,522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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