{"id":2148,"date":"2024-04-18T11:30:59","date_gmt":"2024-04-18T21:30:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/2024\/04\/laeroport-de-tahiti-toutes-les-infos-pratiques-2\/"},"modified":"2025-07-09T15:22:53","modified_gmt":"2025-07-10T01:22:53","slug":"tahiti-airport-all-the-practical-information","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/en\/2024\/04\/tahiti-airport-all-the-practical-information\/","title":{"rendered":"Tahiti airport: all the practical information"},"content":{"rendered":"<!--themify_builder_content-->\n<div id=\"themify_builder_content-2148\" data-postid=\"2148\" class=\"themify_builder_content themify_builder_content-2148 themify_builder tf_clear\">\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_1nfu57 tb_first tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_zqs057 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_msph62   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><strong>Editorial :<\/strong> Mitinui SOMMER<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_sk5r648 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_af5k648 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_gjjl46   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h2>Tahiti Faa&#8217;a airport: the gateway to Polynesian paradise!<\/h2>\n<p>At the heart of French Polynesia, Tahiti Faa&#8217;a International Airport is the gateway to the dream islands and blue lagoons. Boasting a modern infrastructure and a typically local atmosphere with its traditional welcome in song and dance, this airport is much more than just a transit point; it&#8217;s your first contact with the beauty of Polynesia. I invite you to discover how Polynesia airport works.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_eflm853   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h3>Location<\/h3>\n<p>Located on the west coast of the island of Tahiti, Tahiti Faa&#8217;a airport is the main airport in French Polynesia. Its location close to the capital makes it a vital hub for international and domestic travel, linking the islands to destinations around the world. Many international airlines serve this airport:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fr.airtahitinui.com\/\">Air Tahiti Nui<\/a>,<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wwws.airfrance.pf\/\">Air France<\/a>,<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hawaiianairlines.com\/\">Hawaiian Airlines<\/a>,<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.airnewzealand.com\/\">Air New Zealand<\/a>,<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qantas.com\/au\/en\/qantas-experience\/network-and-partner-airlines\/air-tahiti-nui.html\">Qantas<\/a>,<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.united.com\/fr\/fr\/\">United Airlines<\/a>,<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frenchbee.com\/fr\">French Bee<\/a>,<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.delta.com\/\">Delta Airlines<\/a>,<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aircalin.fr\/fr\">Aircalin<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For domestic flights, you can choose between 2 airlines:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtahiti.com\/fr\/accueil\">Air Tahiti<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.airmoana.fr\/\">Air Moana<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Please note that these companies do not serve all the islands. Find out more on their websites or contact their offices directly.<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll be able to find my printed version on the shelves in the boarding lounge for domestic flights.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_2c2v31   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h3>Infrastructure and services<\/h3>\n<p>Around the terminal, you&#8217;ll find check-in desks, waiting areas, security checks and service areas such as: currency exchange facilities, a communications operator that can provide you with a SIM card (Tahiti Wifi), souvenir shops, restaurants (Aviation, Kuriri and Mcdonald&#8217;s), snack bars (Caf\u00e9 Maeva and Vini Vini), as well as a number of rental and activity providers, etc.<\/p>\n<p>To stay connected, you can have access to 30 minutes of WI-Fi throughout the airport, beyond which it is possible to have an additional connection at attractive rates.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_28nf231   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h3>Connectivity and transfers<\/h3>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re passing through Tahiti in transit or want to discover more of Polynesia, Tahiti Faa&#8217;a airport offers exceptional connectivity between its archipelagos. Domestic flights connect <a href=\"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/en\/tahiti\/\">Tahiti<\/a> to islands such as Bora Bora, <a href=\"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/en\/moorea\/\">Moorea<\/a> and Raiatea, allowing you to discover the diversity of these <a href=\"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/en\/the-islands\/\">magnificent archipelagos<\/a>. Need transportation to your hotel or an island? Land and sea shuttles provide convenient transfers between the airport and the island&#8217;s accommodation. I can tell you about the island of Taha&#8217;a, as it doesn&#8217;t have an airport. You have to take the flight from Tahiti to Raiatea, then take the shuttle bus from the airport to enjoy the crossing between <a href=\"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/en\/the-islands\/\">Raiatea et Taha&#8217;a<\/a>.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_279e693 image-top   tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/airport-tahiti-departure.jpg\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-2071\" title=\"airport-tahiti-departure\" alt=\"Photo Credit : Ruben Chang\" srcset=\"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/airport-tahiti-departure.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/airport-tahiti-departure-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/airport-tahiti-departure-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/airport-tahiti-departure-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/airport-tahiti-departure-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/>    \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <div class=\"image-content\">\n                        <div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n            Photo Credit : Ruben Chang        <\/div>\n        <!-- \/image-caption -->\n            <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-content -->\n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_x0ml151   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h3>Departure and arrival processes<\/h3>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re heading off on an adventure to the neighbouring islands or returning home after an unforgettable holiday, the departure and arrival process at Tahiti Faa&#8217;a airport is designed to be smooth and efficient. To check in for a departure to the islands, you can go to the domestic check-in counters on the left wing of the airport as well as the international counters on the left wing. This will allow you to check in quickly, while security checks are carried out professionally to ensure everyone&#8217;s safety.<\/p>\n<p>If you need any special assistance, such as help for people with reduced mobility, don&#8217;t hesitate to contact the airport staff, who will be happy to help you.<\/p>\n<h3>Useful links<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tahiti-aeroport.pf\/articles.php?id=87\">Airport maps &#8211; Tahiti-Faa&#8217;a Airport<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tahiti-aeroport.pf\/articles.php?id=26\">Access to Tahiti-Faa&#8217;a Airport &#8211; Tahiti-Faa&#8217;a Airport<\/a><\/p>\n<p>L&#8217;Aviation &#8211; Airport Bar Restaurant &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BistrotLaviation\/\">Facebook<\/a><\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n<!--\/themify_builder_content-->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explore Tahiti airport with our comprehensive guide. Discover all the essential information you need to plan your trip with peace of mind. From service details to travel advice.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2067,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[298,299,300,76,301,302,103,84,80],"tags":[348,349,150],"class_list":["post-2148","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-a-laventure-en","category-a-ton-arrivee-en","category-avant-de-partir-en","category-eat","category-en-amoureux-en","category-en-famille-en","category-see","category-tahiti-en","category-the-islands-of-tahiti","tag-eat-en","tag-see-en","tag-teahupoo-en","has-post-title","has-post-date","has-post-category","has-post-tag","has-post-comment","has-post-author",""],"aioseo_notices":[],"builder_content":"<p><strong>Editorial :<\/strong> Mitinui SOMMER<\/p>\n<h2>Tahiti Faa'a airport: the gateway to Polynesian paradise!<\/h2> <p>At the heart of French Polynesia, Tahiti Faa'a International Airport is the gateway to the dream islands and blue lagoons. Boasting a modern infrastructure and a typically local atmosphere with its traditional welcome in song and dance, this airport is much more than just a transit point; it's your first contact with the beauty of Polynesia. I invite you to discover how Polynesia airport works.<\/p>\n<h3>Location<\/h3> <p>Located on the west coast of the island of Tahiti, Tahiti Faa'a airport is the main airport in French Polynesia. Its location close to the capital makes it a vital hub for international and domestic travel, linking the islands to destinations around the world. Many international airlines serve this airport:<\/p> <ul> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/fr.airtahitinui.com\/\">Air Tahiti Nui<\/a>,<\/li> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/wwws.airfrance.pf\/\">Air France<\/a>,<\/li> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hawaiianairlines.com\/\">Hawaiian Airlines<\/a>,<\/li> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.airnewzealand.com\/\">Air New Zealand<\/a>,<\/li> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qantas.com\/au\/en\/qantas-experience\/network-and-partner-airlines\/air-tahiti-nui.html\">Qantas<\/a>,<\/li> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.united.com\/fr\/fr\/\">United Airlines<\/a>,<\/li> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frenchbee.com\/fr\">French Bee<\/a>,<\/li> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.delta.com\/\">Delta Airlines<\/a>,<\/li> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aircalin.fr\/fr\">Aircalin<\/a><\/li> <\/ul> <p>For domestic flights, you can choose between 2 airlines:<\/p> <ul> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtahiti.com\/fr\/accueil\">Air Tahiti<\/a>\u00a0<\/li> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.airmoana.fr\/\">Air Moana<\/a><\/li> <\/ul> <p>Please note that these companies do not serve all the islands. Find out more on their websites or contact their offices directly.<\/p> <p>You'll be able to find my printed version on the shelves in the boarding lounge for domestic flights.<\/p>\n<h3>Infrastructure and services<\/h3> <p>Around the terminal, you'll find check-in desks, waiting areas, security checks and service areas such as: currency exchange facilities, a communications operator that can provide you with a SIM card (Tahiti Wifi), souvenir shops, restaurants (Aviation, Kuriri and Mcdonald's), snack bars (Caf\u00e9 Maeva and Vini Vini), as well as a number of rental and activity providers, etc.<\/p> <p>To stay connected, you can have access to 30 minutes of WI-Fi throughout the airport, beyond which it is possible to have an additional connection at attractive rates.<\/p>\n<h3>Connectivity and transfers<\/h3> <p>Whether you're passing through Tahiti in transit or want to discover more of Polynesia, Tahiti Faa'a airport offers exceptional connectivity between its archipelagos. Domestic flights connect <a href=\"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/en\/tahiti\/\">Tahiti<\/a> to islands such as Bora Bora, <a href=\"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/en\/moorea\/\">Moorea<\/a> and Raiatea, allowing you to discover the diversity of these <a href=\"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/en\/the-islands\/\">magnificent archipelagos<\/a>. Need transportation to your hotel or an island? Land and sea shuttles provide convenient transfers between the airport and the island's accommodation. I can tell you about the island of Taha'a, as it doesn't have an airport. You have to take the flight from Tahiti to Raiatea, then take the shuttle bus from the airport to enjoy the crossing between <a href=\"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/en\/the-islands\/\">Raiatea et Taha'a<\/a>.<\/p>\n<img src=\"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/airport-tahiti-departure.jpg\" title=\"airport-tahiti-departure\" alt=\"Photo Credit : Ruben Chang\" srcset=\"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/airport-tahiti-departure.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/airport-tahiti-departure-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/airport-tahiti-departure-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/airport-tahiti-departure-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/airport-tahiti-departure-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/> Photo Credit : Ruben Chang\n<h3>Departure and arrival processes<\/h3> <p>Whether you're heading off on an adventure to the neighbouring islands or returning home after an unforgettable holiday, the departure and arrival process at Tahiti Faa'a airport is designed to be smooth and efficient. To check in for a departure to the islands, you can go to the domestic check-in counters on the left wing of the airport as well as the international counters on the left wing. This will allow you to check in quickly, while security checks are carried out professionally to ensure everyone's safety.<\/p> <p>If you need any special assistance, such as help for people with reduced mobility, don't hesitate to contact the airport staff, who will be happy to help you.<\/p> <h3>Useful links<\/h3> <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tahiti-aeroport.pf\/articles.php?id=87\">Airport maps - Tahiti-Faa'a Airport<\/a><\/p> <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tahiti-aeroport.pf\/articles.php?id=26\">Access to Tahiti-Faa'a Airport - Tahiti-Faa'a Airport<\/a><\/p> <p>L'Aviation - Airport Bar Restaurant - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BistrotLaviation\/\">Facebook<\/a><\/p>","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2148","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2148"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2148\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2218,"href":"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2148\/revisions\/2218"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2067"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2148"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2148"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/anoe-tahiti.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2148"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}