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How to get fromWellington to Papeeteby plane or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Wellington to Papeete by plane or bus

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  1. Fly from Wellington

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    1. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Fa'A'Ā International Airport (PPT)plane plane WLG - PPT
    9h 36m
    $475–1,306

  2. Bus to Palmerston, fly

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    1. Take the bus from Wellington - Central to Palmerston Northbus bus
    2. Fly from Palmerston (PMR) to Fa'A'Ā International Airport (PPT)plane plane PMR - PPT
    12h 37m
    $383–1,435

Wellington (WLG) to Fa'A'Ā International Airport (PPT) flights

Calendar13Weekly Planes
Duration9h 28mAverage Duration
Ticket$264Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 4,305.2 km
  • Duration: 9h 36m

What companies run services between Wellington, New Zealand and Papeete, French Polynesia?

Jetstar, Air Tahiti Nui, and Air New Zealand fly from Wellington (WLG) to Fa'A'Ā International Airport (PPT) twice daily.

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