On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the route from Manihi to Papeete. Flying between these points in French Polynesia covers a distance of 519 km and is the fastest way to travel between the atolls.
Regular flights on this route are operated by airline VT. Ticket prices are constantly changing, so use the low-fare calendar to choose the best travel time, and check the information on how to get to Manihi Airport and how to get to the city from Papeete Airport.
The table shows direct flights Manihi → Papeete on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 20 min. Regular flights are operated by Air Tahiti. Departures from Manihi airports, arrivals at Tahiti Faa'a Airport.
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 Manihi — Papeete by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $303 in y, and the most expensive are around $303 in y. 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.
Manihi → Papeete, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $386 | medium | May | $386 | medium | Sep | $399 | medium |
| Feb | $334 | low | Jun | $399 | medium | Oct | $334 | low |
| Mar | $322 | low | Jul | $437 | high | Nov | $347 | low |
| Apr | $373 | medium | Aug | $450 | high | Dec | $437 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Papeete is characterized by consistently high temperatures throughout the year. The hottest month is March, with temperatures reaching up to 26.6°C, while the highest rainfall occurs in January and February, when the number of rainy days reaches 27 per month.
According to price statistics, the most favorable offers are recorded in July, when ticket prices start $298. In other periods, prices can vary significantly depending on flight occupancy and the tourist season.
For your trip, it is optimal to choose August: this is the driest month with a comfortable temperature of around 24.1°C. It is recommended to avoid the rainy season from December to February to minimize the risk of flight cancellations or delays due to weather conditions.
Flights on this route are operated by airline VT, which is the main carrier providing regular service between the islands. Most flights on the route are direct, allowing you to cover the distance of 519 km as quickly as possible. You can check the current flight schedule and choose a convenient departure time in the interactive list below.
Flights Manihi — Papeete depart from Manihi 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 points is 519 km. A direct flight on a regional aircraft lasts on average from 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes.
The main carrier on this route is the local airline VT (Air Tahiti), which provides connections between the atolls.
Yes, most flights on this route are direct, allowing you to reach the capital without additional layovers on other islands in the archipelago.
The flight concludes at Faa'a International Airport (PPT), which serves the city of Papeete and is the main air hub of French Polynesia.
Ticket prices are dynamic. We recommend planning your purchase 2–3 months before departure and checking the current minimum fares in the low-fare calendar on our website.
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