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Papeete (Tahiti)
(Updated: April, 12, 2025 18:06)
Papeete (Tahiti)
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Population
City Code
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PPT
Popular Airlines
Air Tahiti Nui
Japan Airlines
Air New Zealand
Flight Time
8~15 hours
The flight time to Papeete (Tahiti) is approximately 8~15 hours. Find out more about the history, economy, climate and transportation options before you visit Papeete (Tahiti).
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Papeete
Contrary to popular belief, Papeete is not a tropical paradise. Papeete is French Polynesia's government center and main industrial port. It has a few sightseeing spots. Its retail and nightlife are present though. The residents speak French and Tahitian most of the time. But, English is also widely spoken. Papeete experiences a tropical monsoon climate. The rest of the year is mostly wet, while the driest months are August and September.
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Travel FAQs
When is the best time to book a ticket to Papeete?
Papeete experiences a tropical monsoon climate. The rest of the year is mostly wet. Pepeete is best enjoyed during its drier months. So, it is best to book your ticket to Papeete between August and September. Also, for a better chance at a ticket deal, book the ticket as early as possible.
Which airlines and cities does Papeete have a direct ticket and flight access to?
There are limited airline carriers serving a ticket to Papeete. These are Air Francem Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti, Aircalin, Hawaiian Airlines, and LATAM Chile. Papeete has direct connections to Auckland, Paris, Los Angeles, Honolulu, and Bora Bora. Ticket and flights to Papeete are also available from Tokyo, Easter Island, and Santiago de Chile.
What items and food is Papeete famous for?
Booking a ticket for Papeete, you'd fine that Papeete is a small unique place. Papeete is well-known for its black pearls. Just about every store in Papeete has black pearls both on display and for sale. And, Papeete offers the Roulottes, the famous set of food trucks in the area. It has every cuisine one can ask for, from French to Chinese to Tahitian cuisines.
Planning to book a ticket to papeete. What are the attractions I can visit in Papeete?
Papeete has limited sightseeing places. After booking your air ticket to Papeete, make sure to include these in your itinerary. Papeete is a walking city so attractions are near each other. Go to the Bougainville Park and the Pā'ōfa'i Gardens for nature walks. Visit the Papeete Catholic Cathedral. And see the famous Lagoonarium de Tahiti and Fā'ati City.