French Polynesia includes Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora, famous for turquoise lagoons and overwater bungalows. All international flights arrive at Faa'a International near Papeete on Tahiti, with inter-island flights onward to Bora Bora and other islands.
Cheap airfare to French Polynesia is mostly about timing and flexibility. Compare fares across airlines and nearby airports, shift your dates a few days either way, and book when the price looks right.
Air Tahiti Nui is the international flag carrier, and US carriers such as United and Delta, along with Air France, have served Papeete; Air Tahiti operates inter-island flights.
The dry season from about May to October is peak. The wetter months from roughly November to April are often cheaper, though they can bring heavier rain.
Fly to Papeete (PPT) on Tahiti, then take an inter-island Air Tahiti flight to Bora Bora (BOB).
Yes, nonstop service to Papeete has typically been offered from Los Angeles and San Francisco; check current schedules.
The wetter months from about November to April are usually better value than the May–October dry season.
