What are the most popular cities to visit in French Polynesia?

For momondo users, the most popular city in French Polynesia is Papeete, which is visited about 92% more often than any other city in French Polynesia. Other very common cities that our users travel to are Vaitape and Fakarava.

How long is the flight from Australia to French Polynesia?

Flight times from Australia to French Polynesia vary, but if you’re flying out of Sydney Kingsford Smith and flying into Papeete Faaa (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 11h 55m on average. Another popular route from Australia to French Polynesia is flying from Melbourne to Papeete Faaa, which will take roughly 9h 40m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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Flights to Papeete

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Multiple Airlines

29 Oct

BNE

19h 05m

1 stop

PPT

5 Nov

PPT

16h 15m

1 stop

BNE

$1,415

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Air Tahiti Nui

1 Feb

SYD

9h 15m

1 stop

PPT

28 Feb

PPT

14h 40m

1 stop

SYD

$1,421

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Air Tahiti Nui

15 Feb

SYD

11h 55m

1 stop

PPT

28 Feb

PPT

11h 30m

1 stop

SYD

$1,425

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Air New Zealand

29 Oct

MEL

10h 20m

1 stop

PPT

4 Nov

PPT

10h 55m

1 stop

MEL

$1,439

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Multiple Airlines

4 Feb

SYD

29h 55m

1 stop

PPT

18 Feb

PPT

11h 30m

1 stop

SYD

$1,452

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Air New Zealand

29 Oct

OOL

10h 35m

1 stop

PPT

4 Nov

PPT

10h 45m

1 stop

OOL

$1,452

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Air New Zealand

14 Nov

SYD

12h 35m

1 stop

PPT

4 Dec

PPT

12h 40m

1 stop

SYD

$1,461

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Air Tahiti Nui

23 Oct

MEL

9h 40m

1 stop

PPT

5 Nov

PPT

11h 05m

1 stop

MEL

$1,473

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Air New Zealand

23 Oct

MEL

27h 30m

1 stop

PPT

4 Nov

PPT

15h 35m

1 stop

MEL

$1,487

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Air New Zealand

19 Nov

SYD

10h 45m

1 stop

PPT

25 Nov

PPT

10h 30m

1 stop

SYD

$1,493

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Multiple Airlines

29 Oct

SYD

29h 55m

1 stop

PPT

5 Nov

PPT

14h 40m

1 stop

SYD

$1,496

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Air Tahiti Nui

19 Nov

SYD

29h 55m

1 stop

PPT

26 Nov

PPT

14h 40m

1 stop

SYD

$1,502

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Flights to Vaitape

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Multiple Airlines

28 Oct

MEL

37h 10m

2 stops

BOB

4 Nov

BOB

23h 05m

2 stops

MEL

$2,109

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30 Oct

BNE

34h 30m

2 stops

BOB

6 Nov

BOB

47h 05m

2 stops

BNE

$2,127

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28 Oct

MEL

37h 10m

2 stops

BOB

4 Nov

BOB

27h 05m

3 stops

MEL

$2,162

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28 Oct

SYD

34h 45m

2 stops

BOB

4 Nov

BOB

26h 40m

2 stops

SYD

$2,202

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Multiple Airlines

28 Oct

SYD

28h 25m

2 stops

BOB

4 Nov

BOB

33h 50m

3 stops

SYD

$2,208

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Multiple Airlines

28 Oct

SYD

25h 30m

2 stops

BOB

4 Nov

BOB

30h 30m

2 stops

SYD

$2,219

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12 Oct

BNE

35h 15m

2 stops

BOB

19 Oct

BOB

29h 05m

2 stops

BNE

$2,249

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15 Nov

SYD

34h 35m

2 stops

BOB

18 Nov

BOB

30h 10m

2 stops

SYD

$2,271

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Multiple Airlines

15 Nov

SYD

33h 50m

2 stops

BOB

18 Nov

BOB

33h 50m

3 stops

SYD

$2,351

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16 Oct

MEL

34h 10m

2 stops

BOB

30 Oct

BOB

25h 40m

2 stops

MEL

$2,474

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Multiple Airlines

9 Feb

BNE

16h 45m

2 stops

BOB

15 Feb

BOB

33h 45m

2 stops

BNE

$2,516

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1 Oct

SYD

34h 50m

2 stops

BOB

21 Oct

BOB

33h 15m

2 stops

SYD

$2,737

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Recent return flight deals from Australia to French Polynesia

22:55 - 22:00BNE-PPT

19h 05m1 stop

09:10 - 21:25PPT-BNE

16h 15m1 stop

$1,415

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Wed, 29 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov

09:45 - 22:00SYD-PPT

9h 15m1 stop

09:10 - 20:50PPT-SYD

14h 40m1 stop

$1,421Air Tahiti Nui

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Sun, 1 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb

07:05 - 22:00SYD-PPT

11h 55m1 stop

09:10 - 17:40PPT-SYD

11h 30m1 stop

$1,425Air Tahiti Nui

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Sun, 15 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb

12:10 - 01:30MEL-PPT

10h 20m1 stop

03:00 - 10:55PPT-MEL

10h 55m1 stop

$1,439Air New Zealand

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Wed, 29 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov

10:55 - 01:30OOL-PPT

10h 35m1 stop

03:00 - 09:45PPT-OOL

10h 45m1 stop

$1,452Air New Zealand

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Wed, 29 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov

13:05 - 22:00SYD-PPT

29h 55m1 stop

09:10 - 17:40PPT-SYD

11h 30m1 stop

$1,452

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Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb

19:35 - 22:00MEL-PPT

23h 25m2 stops

09:10 - 17:15PPT-MEL

11h 05m1 stop

$1,583Qantas Airways

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Sat, 1 Nov - Sat, 8 Nov

09:25 - 22:05MEL-PPT

9h 40m1 stop

09:10 - 23:35PPT-MEL

17h 25m2 stops

$1,608Qantas Airways

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Thu, 23 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov

13:20 - 17:30SYD-PPT

25h 10m1 stop

19:00 - 14:10PPT-SYD

23h 10m1 stop

$1,694Aircalin

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Thu, 12 Mar - Thu, 9 Apr

07:20 - 19:00OOL-PPT

31h 40m2 stops

22:10 - 12:40PPT-OOL

42h 30m2 stops

$28,384United Airlines

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Tue, 28 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov

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Depart

Return

Price

BrisbanePapeete

BNE - PPT

BNEPPT

Brisbane

Wed 29/10

22:55-22:00

1 stop19h 05m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 5/11

09:10-21:25

1 stop16h 15m

$1,415

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/2

09:45-22:00

1 stop9h 15m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 28/2

09:10-20:50

1 stop14h 40m

$1,421

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/2

07:05-22:00

1 stop11h 55m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 28/2

09:10-17:40

1 stop11h 30m

$1,425

MelbournePapeete

MEL - PPT

MELPPT

Melbourne

Wed 29/10

12:10-01:30

1 stop10h 20m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 4/11

03:00-10:55

1 stop10h 55m

$1,439

CoolangattaPapeete

OOL - PPT

OOLPPT

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Wed 29/10

10:55-01:30

1 stop10h 35m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 4/11

03:00-09:45

1 stop10h 45m

$1,452

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/2

13:05-22:00

1 stop29h 55m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 18/2

09:10-17:40

1 stop11h 30m

$1,452

MelbournePapeete

MEL - PPT

MELPPT

Melbourne

Sat 1/11

19:35-22:00

2 stops23h 25m

Papeete Faaa

Sat 8/11

09:10-17:15

1 stop11h 05m

$1,583

MelbournePapeete

MEL - PPT

MELPPT

Melbourne

Thu 23/10

09:25-22:05

1 stop9h 40m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 5/11

09:10-23:35

2 stops17h 25m

$1,608

SydneyPapeete

SYD - PPT

SYDPPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/3

13:20-17:30

1 stop25h 10m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 9/4

19:00-14:10

1 stop23h 10m

$1,694

CoolangattaPapeete

OOL - PPT

OOLPPT

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Tue 28/10

07:20-19:00

2 stops31h 40m

Papeete Faaa

Tue 4/11

22:10-12:40

2 stops42h 30m

$28,384

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French Polynesia flights insights and trends

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Which airlines fly to French Polynesia?

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and Air Tahiti Nui are the top three most popular airlines that fly to French Polynesia from Australia according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 60% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to French Polynesia. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to French Polynesia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Cheapest flights to cities in French Polynesia

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Cheap French Polynesia flight deals and tips

Summary info about French Polynesia flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$648
Best Round-Trip Price	$1,415
Fastest flight time	9h 15m

The best one-way flight price to French Polynesia from Australia in the last 72 hours is $648 (Brisbane to Papeete Faaa).

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The best round-trip flight price to French Polynesia from Australia in the last 72 hours is $1,415 (Brisbane to Papeete Faaa).

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The fastest flight to French Polynesia from Australia takes 9h 15m (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Papeete Faaa).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to French Polynesia

What is the cheapest flight to French Polynesia?

If you are looking to fly to French Polynesia for less, look to airlines like Air Moana, Qantas Airways, and Air New Zealand, with prices starting at $336, $729, and $780 respectively.

Which airlines fly to French Polynesia?

There are a total of 3 airlines that operate flight routes to French Polynesia, with Air New Zealand being the most popular option. An estimated 60% of those flying into French Polynesia choose to fly with Air New Zealand. If you’re unable to find tickets with Air New Zealand, then Qantas Airways and Air Tahiti Nui are also popular airlines to fly with.

What is the most popular airport in French Polynesia to fly to?

Papeete Faaa is the most popular airport in French Polynesia to fly to at the moment. Out of all our users who flew to French Polynesia in the past year, 78% of them chose to fly into Papeete’s Papeete Faaa airport. Keep in mind that there may be other airports within French Polynesia that are also a great option to fly to.

What is the best day of the week to fly to French Polynesia?

The best day of the week to fly to French Polynesia is Monday due to prices being at their lowest. Flying out on a Friday should be a backup plan since this day tends to be less expensive as well. Saturday, on the other hand, is the most expensive day to fly to French Polynesia.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to French Polynesia?

Prices for flights to French Polynesia are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to French Polynesia?

The number of operators available for flights to French Polynesia is 4 as of September 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly to French Polynesia?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to French Polynesia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to French Polynesia?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to French Polynesia may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at French Polynesia. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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