What is the cheapest way to get from Faaa to Raiatea Island?

The cheapest way to get from Faaa to Raiatea Island is to ferry which costs $60 - $80 and takes 5h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Faaa to Raiatea Island?

The fastest way to get from Faaa to Raiatea Island is to fly which takes 45 min and costs $130 - $280.

Is there a direct ferry between Faaa and Raiatea Island?

No, there is no direct ferry from Faaa to Raiatea Island. However, there are services departing from Papeete Ferry Terminal and arriving at Uturoa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Faaa to Raiatea Island?

The distance between Faaa and Raiatea Island is 218 km.

How do I travel from Faaa to Raiatea Island without a car?

The best way to get from Faaa to Raiatea Island without a car is to ferry which takes 5h 40m and costs $60 - $80.

How long is the flight from Faaa to Raiatea Island?

The quickest flight from Fa'A'Ā International Airport Airport to Raiatea Airport Airport is the direct flight which takes 45 min.

Which airlines fly from Fa'A'Ā International Airport Airport to Raiatea Airport Airport?

Air Moana and Air Tahiti offer flights from Fa'A'Ā International Airport Airport to Raiatea Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Raiatea Island?

There are 174+ hotels available in Raiatea Island.

Faaa to Raiatea Island - 2 ways to travel via plane, and ferry

Q: How long does it take to get from Faaa to Raiatea Island?

It takes approximately 45 min to fly from Fa'A'Ā International Airport (PPT) to Raiatea Airport (RFP), including transfers and time at the airport.

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There are 2 ways to get from Faaa to Raiatea Island by plane or ferry

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Fly
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1. Fly from Fa'A'Ā International Airport (PPT) to Raiatea Airport (RFP)plane PPT - RFP
45 min
$130–280
Ferry
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1. Take the ferry from Papeete Ferry Terminal to Uturoaferry
5h 40m
$60–80

Fa'A'Ā International Airport (PPT) to Raiatea Airport (RFP) flights

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Distance: 218.1 km
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Faaa, French Polynesia and Raiatea Island, French Polynesia?

Air Moana and Air Tahiti fly from Fa'A'Ā International Airport (PPT) to Raiatea Airport (RFP) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Apetahi Express operates a ferry from Papeete Ferry Terminal to Uturoa 4 times a week. Tickets cost $60–80 and the journey takes 4h 30m. Vaeara’i also services this route once a week.

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