On this page, you can book flight tickets for the route from Papeete to Raivavae. The flight, covering a distance of 728 km, is infrequent—with an average of about 1 flight per week. Before your trip, we recommend checking in advance how to best get from the airport to your destination.
The sole carrier on this route is VT. Ticket prices can vary, so to find the best deals, use the low-price calendar and the price trend chart provided below.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Papeete — Rairua by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. 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 → Rairua, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,770 | medium | May | AED 1,816 | medium | Sep | AED 1,863 | medium |
| Feb | AED 1,583 | low | Jun | AED 2,003 | high | Oct | AED 1,770 | medium |
| Mar | AED 1,583 | low | Jul | AED 2,142 | high | Nov | AED 1,630 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,723 | medium | Aug | AED 2,142 | high | Dec | AED 2,096 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Raivavae is characterized by steady warmth: the highest temperatures are recorded in February and March (up to 26.1°C), and the peak of precipitation occurs in February. The driest and most temperate weather is observed from September to November, when the number of rainy days is at its lowest.
The lowest flight cost currently recorded is for June 2026 and starts AED 1,452. Information on prices for other periods is not yet available in the system due to the low frequency of flights on this route.
October is an ideal time to consider for booking, thanks to record-low precipitation. We recommend avoiding trips in February, when humidity and the likelihood of heavy tropical rains are at their peak.
Flights between the islands are operated by a single airline — Air Tahiti (VT). It provides a direct connection, operating on average one flight per week. Since there are no alternative carriers on the route, the schedule remains stable. You will find detailed information about departure times and available service classes in the airline card below.
Flights Papeete — Rairua depart from Tahiti Faa'a Airport and arrive at Raivavae. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the islands is 728 km. The estimated travel time on a direct flight is about 1 hour 30 minutes, depending on weather conditions and the type of aircraft.
Regular air services on the Papeete — Raivavae route are operated by Air Tahiti (VT).
Yes, there are direct flights, but their frequency is limited and stands at approximately one flight per week.
The flight from the capital arrives directly at Raivavae Airport (RVV), located on the island of the same name.
Airfare prices change depending on demand and booking lead time. You can check the current minimum for the nearest dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
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