Travelling from Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
A direct flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Los Angeles International Airport takes on average 8 hours 10 minutes. The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is 3 hours ahead of Papeete.
Each week, there are 18 flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you'd like to get going early, opt for the 00:10 Air France flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from PPT to LAX is 23:59 with Air Tahiti Nui.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, so getting to Los Angeles (and then seeing more parts of United States!) is easy. Popular carriers that travel between PPT and LAX include:
If you'd like to explore a different city during your journey, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Auckland Airport is a well-known stop between PPT and LAX.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is $564. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $747. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap flight tickets from PPT to LAX by booking at least 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT)
To reach Tahiti Faa'an Airport from central Papeete, it'll take around 11 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
After a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near PPT. Whether you're catching an early flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 32 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 54 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Los Angeles in May.
Book your flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Los Angeles International Airport for August if you want to explore Los Angeles during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 32ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PPT to LAX in February. Temperatures average between 6ºC and 26ºC then.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip right by finding the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from PPT to LAX, explore our accommodation options including:
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Complete your Los Angeles trip with hotels and a car rental
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