Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Papeete flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.

How often are flights from San Francisco to Papeete delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Papeete have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 156 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Papeete flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

How popular is this San Francisco to Papeete flight route?

Within the past month, 15 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco to Papeete Faaa.

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Papeete?

Departing from San Francisco to Papeete will take you 8h 45m. The distance from San Francisco to Papeete is about 4200 mi. All flights are typically direct.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Papeete round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Papeete is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £357 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is French Bee, starting at £387. United Airlines is 32% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Papeete

The most flights from SFO to PPT are scheduled on a Wednesday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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.

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).

What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Papeete?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Papeete consider choosing United Airlines (73%), Air Caraïbes (60%) or French Bee (60%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Papeete that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Papeete?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Papeete?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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.

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

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Papeete may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 46 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 San Francisco to Papeete?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Papeete (average of £387). Flying from San Francisco to Papeete in July is currently the most expensive (average of £608). 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 SFO to PPT?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco to Papeete as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from San Francisco to Papeete?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

San Francisco to Papeete flights typically cost between £485 and £680 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £447 on Delta (2 Oct–6 Oct).

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When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

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How popular is this San Francisco to Papeete flight route?
Within the past month, 15 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco to Papeete Faaa.
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Papeete?
Departing from San Francisco to Papeete will take you 8h 45m. The distance from San Francisco to Papeete is about 4200 mi. All flights are typically direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Papeete round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Papeete is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £357 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is French Bee, starting at £387. United Airlines is 32% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Papeete?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Papeete consider choosing United Airlines (73%), Air Caraïbes (60%) or French Bee (60%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Papeete that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Papeete flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Papeete?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Papeete.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Papeete?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Papeete?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Papeete (average of £387). Flying from San Francisco to Papeete in July is currently the most expensive (average of £608). 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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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Papeete?

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Papeete may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 46 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 San Francisco to Papeete?

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Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco to Papeete as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from San Francisco to Papeete?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

San Francisco to Papeete flights typically cost between £485 and £680 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £447 on Delta (2 Oct–6 Oct).

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Papeete

The most flights from SFO to PPT are scheduled on a Wednesday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How often are flights from San Francisco to Papeete delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Papeete have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 156 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Papeete flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Papeete flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Papeete

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and French Bee from San Francisco to Papeete. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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San Francisco to Papeete flights typically cost between £485 and £680 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £447 on Delta (2 Oct–6 Oct).