On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Papeete — Maupiti route. The flight between these islands in French Polynesia covers a short distance of 310 km, with regular service operating approximately once a week.
The primary carrier on this route is VT. Ticket prices are dynamic; therefore, we recommend using the low-price calendar and price trend charts on this page to find the best deals.
The table shows direct flights Papeete → Maupiti on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 5 min. Regular flights are operated by Air Tahiti. Departures from Tahiti Faa'a Airport airports, arrivals at Maupiti.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Papeete — Maupiti by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,011 in r, and the most expensive are around AED 1,247 in e. 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.
Papeete → Maupiti, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,604 | medium | May | AED 1,504 | medium | Sep | AED 1,604 | medium |
| Feb | AED 1,353 | low | Jun | AED 1,654 | high | Oct | AED 1,504 | medium |
| Mar | AED 1,353 | low | Jul | AED 1,805 | high | Nov | AED 1,404 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,454 | medium | Aug | AED 1,805 | high | Dec | AED 1,754 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The weather in Maupiti stays consistently warm, though August and September are considered the driest and most comfortable months. Statistics show that February is the rainiest month, while the highest air temperatures of up to 28.1°C are typically seen in April.
The lowest airfares are recorded in December, starting AED 1,011. Currently, the most expensive month to fly is October, with ticket prices starting AED 1,247.
For your trip, September is the best choice: it offers a great balance between low rainfall and moderate flight costs. We recommend avoiding bookings for January and February due to the peak of the tropical rainy season.
One airline operates regular flights on this route: Air Tahiti (VT). It is the sole carrier providing direct air service between the islands, with a frequency of approximately one flight per week. You can find detailed information about departure days and connection options in the schedule below.
Flights Papeete — Maupiti depart from Tahiti Faa'a Airport and arrive at Maupiti. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the islands is about 310 km. A direct flight usually takes between 50 minutes and 1 hour.
The main and only regular carrier on this route is VT (Air Tahiti).
Yes, the airline operates direct flights; however, the frequency is limited to an average of one departure per week.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on the season and seat availability. You can check the current minimum for specific dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
The flight arrives at the island's only airport, Maupiti (MAU), located on one of the motus (small islets) of the atoll.
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