Travelling from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Papeete Airport (PPT): what you need to know
Around 9 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Papeete Airport.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your SEA to PPT flight.
Taking off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Air Tahiti Nui is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Air Tahiti Nui is the most punctual carrier operating SEA to PPT flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Papeete Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SEA and PPT include:
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Honolulu International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Papeete Airport (PPT)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Papeete Airport flight is 338 €. A round-trip fare right now is 709 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SEA to PPT, book your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Papeete Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Finding cheap flights from SEA to PPT is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Papeete Airport.
Handy information about Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SEA land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near SEA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Papeete Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Papeete Airport (PPT)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Papeete Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near PPT instead:
Pick up a Papeete Airport rental car and explore Papeete and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Hertz and Thrifty are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Papeete Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Papeete Airport (PPT) to central Papeete
Papeete Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Papeete. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Papeete Airport (PPT)
July is the most popular month for flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Papeete Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Papeete in March.
The warmest month in Papeete is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Papeete Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from SEA to PPT in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.