$333 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Papeete (PPT)

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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Papeete (LAX-PPT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $333 for one-way flights and $620 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Fri, May 9 - Mon, May 19
LAX
Los Angeles
PPT
Papeete
$620 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$620
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 9 from Los Angeles to Papeete, returning Mon, May 19, priced at $620 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, May 7 - Sat, May 17
LAX
Los Angeles
PPT
Papeete
$629 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$629
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 7 from Los Angeles to Papeete, returning Sat, May 17, priced at $629 found 20 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, May 7 - Mon, May 19
LAX
Los Angeles
PPT
Papeete
$631 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$631
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 7 from Los Angeles to Papeete, returning Mon, May 19, priced at $631 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jun 5 - Mon, Jun 9
LAX
Los Angeles
PPT
Papeete
$631 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$631
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jun 5 from Los Angeles to Papeete, returning Mon, Jun 9, priced at $631 found 4 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Fri, May 9 - Sat, May 17
LAX
Los Angeles
PPT
Papeete
$638 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$638
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 9 from Los Angeles to Papeete, returning Sat, May 17, priced at $638 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Fri, May 9 - Sat, May 17
LAX
Los Angeles
PPT
Papeete
$638 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$638
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 9 from Los Angeles to Papeete, returning Sat, May 17, priced at $638 found 20 hours ago
Delta
Thu, May 8 - Thu, May 15
LAX
Los Angeles
PPT
Papeete
$716 Roundtrip, just found
$716
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, May 8 from Los Angeles to Papeete, returning Thu, May 15, priced at $716 just found
United
Thu, May 8 - Thu, May 15
LAX
Los Angeles
PPT
Papeete
$731 Roundtrip, just found
$731
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Thu, May 8 from Los Angeles to Papeete, returning Thu, May 15, priced at $731 just found
Air France
Thu, May 8 - Thu, May 15
LAX
Los Angeles
PPT
Papeete
$768 Roundtrip, just found
$768
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air France flight, departing Thu, May 8 from Los Angeles to Papeete, returning Thu, May 15, priced at $768 just found
Air Tahiti Nui
Tue, May 13 - Sat, May 17
LAX
Los Angeles
PPT
Papeete
$937 Roundtrip, just found
$937
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Tahiti Nui flight, departing Tue, May 13 from Los Angeles to Papeete, returning Sat, May 17, priced at $937 just found
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Papeete (PPT)
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Tahiti Faaa Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$619
Distance
4108 mi

Los Angeles to Papeete Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Los Angeles to Papeete

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Los Angeles to Papeete are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Papeete with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Papeete

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Papeete: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Los Angeles to Papeete

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Papeete in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $333 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Los Angeles to Papeete flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Los Angeles to Papeete airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to fly from LAX to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT)?
Purchase your ticket with Air Tahiti Nui and you can expect to be cruising the skies for around 8 hours and 10 minutes. This top carrier has a direct flight that takes off at 4:30PM from LAX and arrives at Tahiti Intl. Airport at 9:40PM. Expedia has some amazing flight deals, so check out what’s available on this route today.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from LAX to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT) last minute?
Booking your trip from LAX to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT) last minute could save you a pretty penny if you get lucky and find an awesome deal. However, fares usually don’t drop in price as the departure date nears. If you choose to wait, flights could also be booked solid or the best seats gone (hello, middle seat!). If you don’t want to risk it, book well in advance of when you want to leave. In fact, some of the best deals are available on Expedia up to 12 months in advance. If your favorite airline hasn’t released its fares yet, check back regularly as offers are constantly updated on Expedia.
What airline has the least delays from LAX to Tahiti Intl. Airport?
Jet off with Air Tahiti Nui from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT) and touch down at the time found on your ticket. This carrier tops the list on this route, with 53% of on-time arrivals. If your flight experiences a delay, the free Expedia App will help you stay up to date. It’ll give you immediate trip updates, from flight delays to any gate number changes.
What airports do you fly into for Faaa from Los Angeles?
You can fly from Los Angeles to Faaa through Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT) and Temae Airport (MOZ). Land at Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT) and you’ll be about 1 mi northwest of central Faaa. Drop your bags off at your digs and then experience some of this city’s top sights, including Marina Taina and Jardins de Paofai.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT)?
For Air France flights setting off from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tahiti Intl. Airport, the peak period is between 0:00 AM - 1:00 AM. If you want to avoid those frustrating delays, fly out in the morning. This way you can miss the air traffic that builds up around airports in the afternoon.
Can I change the date of my flight from LAX to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT)?
Quickly and easily make changes to your LAX to Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT) journey via the Expedia Trips portal. But before you make any adjustments, read over the rules in your itinerary to see what you’re allowed to do and if charges apply. Some carriers have a change fee per person, plus any difference in ticket prices. But if you booked in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel for free and arrange new flights. You can also find your way to our Customer Service portal for more handy information and to connect with our Virtual Agent.

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