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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Papeete from $1,498

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — PPT
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Papeete

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Papeete (PPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,541

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,178
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 30/5-6/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Papeete
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($255 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($82 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Papeete
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Papeete. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Thu 21/818:55MEL - PPT
1 stop27h 30mAir New Zealand
Fri 29/804:00PPT - MEL
1 stop10h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/4$1,498
Wed 14/518:55MEL - PPT
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/508:25PPT - MEL
1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$1,550
Wed 14/520:30MEL - PPT
2 stops21h 30mQantas Airways
Wed 21/508:25PPT - MEL
1 stop13h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/4$1,602
Thu 29/510:55MEL - PPT
1 stop28h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/621:10PPT - MEL
2 stops38h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/4$29,494

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Papeete that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 15 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Papeete that are best for you.

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MelbournePapeete

MEL - PPT

MELPPT

Melbourne

Fri 30/5

08:35-02:25

1 stop13h 50m

Papeete Faaa

Fri 6/6

04:00-10:50

1 stop10h 50m

$1,541

MelbournePapeete

MEL - PPT

MELPPT

Melbourne

Wed 14/5

18:55-22:05

1 stop23h 10m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 21/5

08:25-17:25

1 stop13h 00m

$1,550

MelbournePapeete

MEL - PPT

MELPPT

Melbourne

Wed 14/5

20:30-22:00

2 stops21h 30m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 21/5

08:25-17:25

1 stop13h 00m

$1,602

MelbournePapeete

MEL - PPT

MELPPT

Melbourne

Thu 29/5

10:55-18:55

1 stop28h 00m

Papeete Faaa

Thu 5/6

21:10-07:30

2 stops38h 20m

$29,494

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Deals found on 14/4

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Papeete

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Papeete

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Papeete?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Papeete (average of $916). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Papeete in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,072). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to PPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Papeete. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne Airport to Papeete is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

Rainfall in Papeete by month

Plan your trip to Papeete by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Papeete ranges from 40.0 - 330.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. August is typically the driest time to visit Papeete when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Papeete by month

Plan your trip to Papeete by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Papeete, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of May, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Papeete

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Papeete. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Papeete. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
464 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
464 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
464 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
818 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
464 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,658 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
464 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Papeete. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Papeete from Melbourne?

    Most people fly into Papeete Faaa (PPT) if they book a flight to Papeete from Melbourne. On average, Faaa has 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 3 airlines. Papeete Faaa is conveniently located just 4.7 km from Papeete’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Papeete round-trip?

    Air New Zealand, at $1,541, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Papeete.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qantas Airways and United Airlines. Users have found that Air New Zealand is 4% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Papeete that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Papeete flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Papeete?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Papeete.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Papeete?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Papeete by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Papeete?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Papeete (average of $916). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Papeete in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,072). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Papeete

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Papeete. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 15 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$687Average$1,721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$1,232Average$1,497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,277Average$1,477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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