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Papeete.$1,122 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Jun, returning Wed, 25 Jun.Return flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Papeete.Inbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Papeete on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,122, select.
Papeete.$1,127 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 May, returning Wed, 14 May.Return flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Papeete.Inbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Papeete on Wed, 14 May, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,127, select.
Papeete.$1,186 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Sep, returning Sun, 21 Sep.Return flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in Papeete.Inbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Papeete on Sun, 21 Sep, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,186, select.
Papeete.$1,186 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Oct, returning Sun, 12 Oct.Return flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Papeete.Inbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Papeete on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,186, select.
Papeete.$1,186 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Jul, returning Sun, 20 Jul.Return flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Papeete.Inbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Papeete on Sun, 20 Jul, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,186, select.
Papeete.$1,187 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Papeete.Inbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Papeete on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,187, select.
Papeete.$1,187 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Papeete.Inbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Papeete on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,187, select.
Papeete.$1,188 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Dec, returning Sun, 28 Dec.Return flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 17 Dec, arriving in Papeete.Inbound direct flight with Air Tahiti Nui departs from Papeete on Sun, 28 Dec, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,188, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Papeete

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Seattle to Papeete flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from $1,199
May
from $1,127
Jun
from $1,122
Jul
from $1,186
Aug
from $1,196
Sep
from $1,186
Oct
from $1,186
Nov
from $1,204
Dec
from $1,188
Jan
from $1,824
Feb
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Mar
from $1,625

Direct flights from Seattle to Papeete

Seattle to Papeete: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Seattle to Papeete below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Papeete.

Seattle to Papeete: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,122
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time9 hrs, 29 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week14

Finding cheap flights from Seattle to Papeete: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Seattle to Papeete is $1,122. 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.
9 hours and 29 minutes is the average flight time from Seattle to Papeete.
Alaska Airlines, Air Tahiti Nui and American Airlines fly direct from Seattle to Papeete.
As of April 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from Seattle to Papeete.
The cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Papeete is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Seattle to Papeete Airport on Sunday, 8 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 29 minutes.
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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Papeete is Air Tahiti Nui .

Travelling from Seattle to Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT): what you need to know

  • 9 hours 33 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Seattle to Tahiti Faa'an Airport.

  • Tahiti Faa'an Airport is located in Papeete. The city operates in the UTC-10 timezone and is 3 hours behind Seattle.

  • The most popular route is from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT), with 2 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SEA to PPT is the 14:50 Air Tahiti Nui service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 15:50 with Air Tahiti Nui.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Seattle to PPT.

  • July is a busy month for travelling. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Fourth of July, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Seattle

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • Fly without interruptions from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Nonstop flights from Seattle to Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT) are available from here.

  • You'll find a direct flight from Seattle to Tahiti Faa'an Airport with Air Tahiti Nui. This top airline offers services from SEA.

  • SEA is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will give you the quickest route and available public transport options.

  • After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Seattle to Tahiti Faa'an Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)

  • Prefer to leave from Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)? You can reserve a direct flight from Seattle to Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT) out of this hub.

  • Board your direct flight from Seattle to PPT with Air Tahiti Nui. This is one of the main airlines flying this route out of LKE.

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in about 23 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 11 minutes.

  • Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Seattle to PPT? Relax in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base before your break officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:

About Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT)

  • If you have a late flight from Seattle to Tahiti Faa'an Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near PPT:

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

  • Tahiti Faa'an Airport to the centre of Papeete takes about 11 minutes by car. It's approximately 6 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.

How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT)

  • Lock in a one-way ticket from Seattle to Tahiti Faa'an Airport from $590 or travel return from just $1,122. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.

  • 9 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to score flight tickets from Seattle to PPT.

  • To score the best price on your tickets from Seattle to Tahiti Faa'an Airport, book your trip for June (it's when flights are cheapest). Got flexible travel dates? Use the 'Whole month' function to see the most affordable day to fly.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from Seattle to PPT. You don't need to search every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll let you know when the price changes.

  • Customise your trip using filters. Choose the number of stops, total duration, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Seattle to Tahiti Faa'an Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' options first.

The best time to fly from Seattle to Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT)

  • April is the quietest time of year to fly to Papeete. Alternatively, follow the crowds and go in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Seattle to Tahiti Faa'an Airport, but the best time to go is your call.

  • The warmest month in Papeete is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Seattle to PPT in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Search for cheap flights from Seattle to Tahiti Faa'an Airport in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 25ºC on average.

More about Papeete

  • After booking your flight from Seattle to Tahiti Faa'an Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Papeete:

  • The Robert Wan Pearl Museum and Municipal Market are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Papeete must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Manihi.

Complete your Papeete trip with a car rental

  • After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Seattle to Tahiti Faa'an Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Papeete. Explore the exclusive deals and instantly compare options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.

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