Transfer to/from - Tahiti Faa'a international airport (PPT)

Transportation

Bus

Directly in front of the terminal, across the car park and up a flight of stairs, is the stop for the buses locally known as Le Truck, from where you can catch a transport to Papeete and around the island. Destinations are usually signposted on the sides of the vehicles.

Currently, this service is being replaced by the white Tere Tahiti buses (Tel +689 4054 8181), which cover the entire island, especially the city of Papeete and the airport. Departures approximately every 15 minutes from 4:00 am to 6:00 pm. Frequencies are lower on Saturdays and there are no services on Sundays.

There are also several companies offering minibus services that must be booked in advance:

Marama Transports Touristiques (Tel +689 4050 7474)
Paradise Tours (Tel +689 4042 4936)
Fifi Transport (Tel +689 4080 3502)
Kaku Transport (Tel +689 4058 3713 / 8958 1138)
Fare Suisse
Bonnard Grégory
Otare Lowyna (Tel +689 8777 3818)
Tahiti Nui Travel
Wind Chisaka (Tel +689 4043 4768)
Teiva Transports
Taina Tahiti Tours
Tahiti Transports Prives (Tel +689 8779 6749)
Tahiti Private Services (Tel +689 8732 0491)
Tahiti Best Transport (Tel +689 8975 7532)
SNC Robert & Cie (Tel +689 4046 1563)
Alloic Transports (Tel +689 8771 5921)
Fetia-Ura Vahine Tours (Tel +689 8951 3221)
Hanahana Tours (Tel +689 8963 5707)
Blue Paradise Tours (Tel +689 8777 6510)

Rent a Car

Taxi

Taxi Tahiti (Tel +689 4086 6066) provides vehicles outside the terminals. The journey to the city takes approximately 10 minutes. Taxis are not metered, so it is advisable to agree on a fare with the driver before departure.

More information on public transport

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.  1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening. If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time. If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications. If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.  2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive. Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff. It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver. On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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