The largest island in French Polynesia is served by a number of North American and European carriers. Known for its black sand beaches, waterfalls, and lagoons, Tahiti is a popular vacation destination for US visitors, driving year-long air travel between Tahiti and various destinations in the US.

Cirium, an aviation analytics company, shows airlines with the largest number of flights between the US and Tahiti. This article explores the top six airlines offering the most flights in 2024.

6

Hawaiian Airlines

Flights in 2024: 106

Flights between the US and Tahiti in 2024
Number of seats 29,468
Available Seat Miles (ASMs) 80,447,640

The major airline of Hawaii, Hawaiian Airlines, offers 106 flights between the US and Tahiti in 2024, primarily connecting the island of Honolulu (HNL) to Papeete, Tahiti (PPT). Hawaiian Airlines utilizes its widebody Airbus A330-200 on the 5 hours 55 minute route.

Hawaiian Airlines Airbus A330-200 (N374HA) at Haneda Airport.

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In 2024, the airline is offering 29,468 seats, accumulating over 80 million ASMs.

5

Delta Air Lines

Flights in 2024: 134

Flights between the US and Tahiti in 2024
Number of seats 28,944
Available Seat Miles (ASMs) 118,525,680

The world’s largest airline by revenue, Delta Air Lines, offers 134 direct flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to the main island of French Polynesia. The airline operates its Boeing 767-300ER product on route to Papeete (PPT). Beginning in November 2022, the airline offers four cabin experiences, including Delta One suites, Delta Premium Select, Delta Comfort+, and Main Cabin onboard the 9-hour flight.

Delta Air Lines Boeing 767-300 departing LAX shutterstock_1794099877

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Typically, during the North American winter season, the airline offers three times weekly flights on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. In 2024, the airline is offering 28,944 seats, accumulating over 118.5 million ASMs.

4

French Bee

Flights in 2024: 294

Flights between the US and Tahiti in 2024
Number of seats 120,834
Available Seat Miles (ASMs) 506,052,792

The French low-cost long-haul carrier French Bee offers direct flights between the West Coast of the United States and French Polynesia. The airline primarily connects two of the largest Pacific hubs in the US: Los Angeles (LAX) and San Francisco (SFO).

French bee Airbus A350

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Utilizing its Airbus A350-900 fleet, the French carrier offers 294 flights this year. The airline’s A350-900s are configured with a two-class layout, offering 35 recliner-style seats (Pitch 36”, Width 18”) and 376 standard seats in Economy (Pitch 32”, Width 16-17”). In 2024, the airline will offer 120,834 seats, accumulating over 506 million ASMs.

3

United Airlines

Flights in 2024: 504

Flights between the US and Tahiti in 2024
Number of seats 126,868
Available Seat Miles (ASMs) 531,323,184

One of the three largest US carriers, United Airlines, offers 504 flights to and from Tahiti, primarily connecting its San Francisco (SFO) hub to PPT. The airline uses various Boeing Dreamliner fleets, particularly the 787-8 and the 787-9.

United Airlines Boeing 787-9 on final approach

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The carrier’s Dreamliner fleet is configured with four cabin classes; United Polaris business class, United Premium Plus, United Economy Plus, and United Economy. United Airlines operates five weekly flights on average between SFO and PPT, offering 126,868 seats, accumulating over 531 million ASMs this year.

2

Air France

Flights in 2024: 506

Flights between the US and Tahiti in 2024
Number of seats 153,672
Available Seat Miles (ASMs) 629,286,840

The French national carrier Air France is scheduled to operate 506 direct flights between the US and the Polynesian islands this year. The airline utilizes its fleet of Airbus A350-900 jets primarily to connect Los Angeles (LAX) to PPT.

An Air France Airbus A350 on approach

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The airlines’ A359s are configured with three classes, including Business, Premium Economy, and Economy seating. This year, the airline is offering 153,672 seats, accumulating nearly 630 million ASMs.

1

Air Tahiti Nui

Flights in 2024: 1,030

Flights between the US and Tahiti in 2024
Number of seats 302,820
Available Seat Miles (ASMs) 1,280,300,028

Topping our list of airlines with the largest number of flights between the US and Tahiti is the local airline of French Polynesia, Air Tahiti Nui. Offering a whopping 1,030 flights this year, the airline connects the most prominent US West Coast airports, including LAX and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).

Angel DiBilio 787-9 Air Tahiti Nui

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The airline primarily uses its fleet of Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, offering 294 seats per departure. The airline’s Dreamliner fleet is configured with three cabin classes, including Poerava Business, Moana Premium, and Moana Economy. In 2024, the airline is offering 302,820 seats, accumulating nearly 1.3 billion ASMs.

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