Travel news, reviews and intel for high-flyers
Travel news, reviews and intel for high-flyers
Air Tahiti Nui is the flag carrier of French Polynesia, headquartered in Papeete, Tahiti. Founded in 1996, it connects Tahiti with major global destinations, including Los Angeles, Seattle, Paris, Tokyo, and Auckland. Known for its warm Polynesian hospitality, Air Tahiti Nui offers a comfortable travel experience with modern amenities, including in-flight entertainment, Wi-Fi, and a loyalty program called Club Tiare. The airline's fleet is composed of exclusively four Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners.
Air Tahiti Nui's VP for the Americas embodies the airline's commitment to gender equality and empowering women in aviation
By Enrique Perrella
March 7, 2024
Ahead of its 25th-anniversary celebration, the Tahitian flag carrier is launching a 25-hour flash sale on March 25
By Enrique Perrella
March 22, 2023
The Polynesian carrier took the top prize for its Business Class sparkling and Business Class rosé wines at the annual award ceremony in London
By Business Traveler
February 23, 2023
The new, limited-edition Aviationtags created from the skin of a retired Airbus A340, are now available to buy online and in licensed stores worldwide
By Business Traveler
January 31, 2023
The Tahitian carrier will now offer seven weekly flights to Paris via Los Angeles and Seattle
By Enrique Perrella
October 19, 2022
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport will be the airline's second U.S. gateway
By Michele Cameron
October 5, 2022
Air Tahiti Nui's frequent traveler program is called "Club Tiare". It is a loyalty program that allows members to earn and redeem points for flights, upgrades, and other benefits. Members of Club Tiare can earn points by flying on Air Tahiti Nui or its partner airlines, as well as by using the services of the airline's other partners such as hotels, car rental companies, and credit card companies.
The Club Tiare program has several tiers, including Silver, Gold, and Platinum, and the benefits available to members increase with each tier. Benefits can include priority check-in, lounge access, extra baggage allowance, and bonus points.
Overall, Club Tiare offers members the opportunity to earn rewards and enjoy a more personalized travel experience with Air Tahiti Nui.
Air Tahiti Nui offers several ticketing options, including:
Economy Class: This is the standard class of travel on Air Tahiti Nui. Passengers in this class can enjoy comfortable seating, in-flight entertainment, and meals and beverages during their flight.
Moana Premium Economy: This class offers a higher level of comfort and service than Economy Class. Passengers in this class have more legroom, wider seats, and greater reclining. They also receive priority check-in, boarding, and an enhanced meal and beverage service.
Poerava Business Class: This is Air Tahiti Nui's premium class of travel. Passengers in this class can enjoy lie-flat seats, direct aisle access, and a range of amenities, including noise-canceling headphones and premium in-flight entertainment. They also receive priority check-in, boarding, and baggage handling and access to airport lounges.
Air Tahiti Nui also offers several fare types, including:
Standard fares: These fares are the standard fares for each class of travel.
Flex fares: These fares offer greater flexibility regarding changes and cancellations.
Semi-Flex fares: These fares offer some degree of flexibility but with certain restrictions.
Promotional fares: These fares are offered at a discount and are subject to availability.
Passengers can book their Air Tahiti Nui tickets online through the airline's website or a travel agent.
Air Tahiti Nui's baggage fees vary depending on the destination, class of travel, and fare type. Here is a general overview of the airline's baggage policy:
Economy Class passengers can check in one piece of luggage weighing up to 23 kg (50 lbs) and carry-on luggage weighing up to 5 kg (11 lbs).
Moana Premium Economy and Poerava Business Class passengers can check in two pieces of luggage weighing up to 23 kg (50 lbs) each and one piece of carry-on luggage weighing up to 12 kg (26 lbs).
Infants (under two years old) are allowed one piece of checked luggage weighing up to 10 kg (22 lbs) and one piece of carry-on luggage weighing up to 5 kg (11 lbs).
Baggage fees for excess and oversized luggage, as well as sports equipment and musical instruments, may apply and vary depending on the destination and class of travel.
It's recommended that passengers check the airline's website or contact Air Tahiti Nui directly for specific baggage fee information for their itinerary.