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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles to Papeete Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $996. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Papeete.$428 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From $428, select.

Papeete.$448 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From $448, select.

Papeete.$467 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Feb.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 13 Feb, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From $467, select.

Papeete.$510 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Jan.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From $510, select.

Papeete.$520 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From $520, select.

Papeete.$529 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Mar.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From $529, select.

Papeete.$593 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Jun.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 19 Jun, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From $593, select.

Papeete.$596 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 May.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 13 May, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From $596, select.

Papeete.$616 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From $616, select.

Papeete.$652 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Jul.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 2 Jul, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From $652, select.

Papeete.$699 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan.One-way flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From $699, select.

Papeete.$743 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Feb.One-way flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From $743, select.

Papeete.$743 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 May.One-way flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 31 May, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From $743, select.

Papeete.$745 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From $745, select.

Papeete.$748 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Dec.One-way flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 12 Dec, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From $748, select.

Papeete.$760 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Mar.One-way flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 29 Mar, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From $760, select.

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Los Angeles to Papeete: Alternative routes

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Los Angeles to Papeete: Flight information

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Cheapest month to fly	December

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to Papeete: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Los Angeles to Papeete?

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles to Papeete is $920. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles to Papeete?

8 hours and 17 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles to Papeete.

Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to Papeete?

Alaska Airlines, Air Tahiti Nui and American Airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to Papeete.

How many flights are there a week from Los Angeles to Papeete?

As of September 2026, there are 86 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Papeete.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Papeete?

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Papeete is usually December.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Papeete Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Papeete Airport on Friday, 11 December 2026.

How can I find the best flight deal to Papeete?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Papeete but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Papeete?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Papeete is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Los Angeles to Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT): What you need to know

Around 8 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Los Angeles to Tahiti Faa'an Airport flight.
Tahiti Faa'an Airport is located in Papeete. The city runs on the UTC-10 timezone and is three hours behind Los Angeles.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT) is the most popular route. There are 17 direct flights a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with Air Tahiti Nui at 11:55pm. Choose the first LAX to PPT departure with Air France at 12:10am if you'd rather not wait around.
To ensure you catch your flight from Los Angeles to PPT, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

You can book a direct flight from Los Angeles to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport (PPT) out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Air Tahiti Nui is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Los Angeles to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport leaving from LAX.
Air Tahiti Nui is the airline most travellers choose for flights from LAX to PPT.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is Air France.
LAX is about 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:
81% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from LAX.
LAX's address is One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

You can reach VNY from the centre of Los Angeles in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 29 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Los Angeles to PPT flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Van Nuys Airport:

About Tahiti Faa'a International Airport (PPT)

The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Los Angeles to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near PPT instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Tahiti Faa'a International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Hertz or Thrifty and explore beyond Papeete's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Los Angeles to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport flight.

Getting from Tahiti Faa'a International Airport (PPT) to central Papeete

Tahiti Faa'a International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Papeete. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or taxi depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport (PPT)

$428 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport. A return flight starts from $920. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to PPT if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Cheap Los Angeles to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Los Angeles to PPT is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Find the best deal on a flight from Los Angeles to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport (PPT)

December is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport (PPT). Visit Papeete in October if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Book a Los Angeles to PPT plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Papeete to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport in August when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).

More about Papeete

Start your Papeete trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Tahiti Faa'a International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Papeete when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at POE CHARTER TAHITI followed by Papeete Tahiti Temple and Manua Exquisite Tahitian Art.