On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the route from Raiatea to Papeete. The distance between the islands is only 216 km, and regular service is maintained at a frequency of approximately 4 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by NM and VT airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so to find the best deals, we recommend using the low-price calendar and the price trend chart provided below.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Raiatea — Papeete by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 601 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 679 in F. 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.
Raiatea → Papeete, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 777 | medium | May | AED 827 | medium | Sep | AED 827 | medium |
| Feb | AED 727 | low | Jun | AED 903 | high | Oct | AED 827 | medium |
| Mar | AED 727 | low | Jul | AED 953 | high | Nov | AED 752 | low |
| Apr | AED 777 | medium | Aug | AED 928 | high | Dec | AED 928 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The weather in Papeete remains consistently warm throughout the year; however, August is considered the driest period. The wettest month is January, with over 300 mm of precipitation, while the temperature peaks in March with an average high of around 26.6°C.
The most budget-friendly time to fly is January, when ticket prices start AED 613. Prices peak in September—a flight during this period will cost at least AED 679.
The optimal time for a trip is August: it is one of the driest months of the year, and the ticket price starts AED 632. It is best to avoid flying in December and January due to the high probability of prolonged tropical downpours.
Regular air service between these points is provided by 2 airlines: Air Tahiti Nui (NM) and Air Tahiti (VT). Direct flights dominate the route, allowing for the shortest possible travel time between the islands. You can find a detailed schedule, flight frequencies by day of the week, and specific carrier details in the interactive list below.
Flights Raiatea — Papeete depart from Raiatea 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.
The distance between the islands is approximately 216 km. A direct flight on this route usually takes between 40 and 50 minutes.
Regular flights from Raiatea to Papeete are operated by Air Tahiti Nui (NM) and Air Tahiti (VT).
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, which is the most convenient and fastest way to travel between these points.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on flight occupancy and booking time. The current minimum prices for various months are shown in the calendar on this page.
All flights on this route arrive at Faa'a International Airport, which serves Papeete.
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