On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the Atuona — Papeete route. The 1,423 km flight is operated by airlines approximately once a week, providing regular service between the islands.
The main carriers on this route are NM and VT. Ticket prices change constantly, so use the low-price calendar and price dynamic chart to find the best deals. You can also find information on how to get to Atuona Airport and how to get from Papeete Airport to help plan your trip.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Atuona — Papeete by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 2,017 in r, and the most expensive are around AED 2,395 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Atuona → Papeete, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 2,556 | medium | May | AED 2,607 | medium | Sep | AED 2,657 | medium |
| Feb | AED 2,356 | low | Jun | AED 2,857 | high | Oct | AED 2,556 | medium |
| Mar | AED 2,406 | low | Jul | AED 2,957 | high | Nov | AED 2,406 | low |
| Apr | AED 2,506 | medium | Aug | AED 2,907 | high | Dec | AED 2,907 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Temperatures in Papeete remain consistently high throughout the year: March is the warmest month, with an average high of 26.6°C. The rainiest period is in January, with up to 303.54 mm of precipitation, while the driest conditions are observed in August.
Minimum flight prices are recorded in December and September, when fares start AED 2,016 and AED 2,050, respectively. June is the most expensive month to travel, with fares starting AED 2,394.
September is considered the optimal time to book, offering the best combination of moderate prices and relatively low rainfall. It is recommended to avoid flying in January and February if you prefer dry weather.
Flights on the route from Atuona to Papeete are provided by two airlines: NM and VT. Direct service between these locations is available approximately once a week, which requires careful planning of your travel dates. Detailed information about flight schedules, travel times, and aircraft types for each carrier can be found in the interactive list below. Click on a specific airline's card to explore available route options.
Flights Atuona — Papeete depart from Hiva Oa Airport and arrive at Tahiti Faa'a Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight covering a distance of 1,423 km takes an average of 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the aircraft type and weather conditions.
Regular service on this route is provided by NM and VT.
Yes, there are direct flights on the route, but due to their low frequency (about once a week), seats should be booked well in advance.
Flight prices are dynamic and depend on the departure date. You can always check the current minimum for flights from Atuona to Papeete in the low-price calendar on this page.
All flights on this route arrive at the international airport in Papeete (PPT), which is the main gateway to French Polynesia.
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