Air Tahiti Nui (TN)

From 14 December 2026 to 25 March 2027, Air Tahiti Nui is launching its new direct Papeete–Sydney route. Flights are scheduled twice a week, on Monday and Thursday from French Polynesia and on Tuesday and Friday from Australia. Outbound flights from Tahiti-Faaa Airport are scheduled to depart at 12:10 and land in Sydney the following day at 17:45 local time. On the return journey, flights leave Australia at 20:10 and arrive in Papeete at 6:25. Flight duration is between 7:15 and 8:30 aboard the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. Admire the iconic architecture of the Sydney Opera House and enjoy breathtaking views of the harbour from the Harbour Bridge. Stroll through the historic Rocks district or along the famous Bondi Beach. End your stay in Australia by savouring seafood at the Fish Market or enjoying a meat pie.

Air Tahiti Nui is opening a new chapter in its history. The international carrier of French Polynesia has appointed Lionel Guérin as chief executive officer. This seasoned executive, former technical director of Air France and CEO of Transavia France, is taking the helm of the Polynesian airline amid fierce competition on transpacific routes. The appointment of this new executive reflects the airline’s determination to optimise the operation of its Dreamliner fleet. Under his leadership, Air Tahiti Nui intends to refine its flight schedule and improve its operating profitability. The aim is to ensure excellence in the onboard service while safeguarding market share against other airlines and new entrants in the long-haul market. For the airline, the challenges are numerous: decarbonisation, management of fuel costs and the destination’s appeal. Lionel Guérin brings a pragmatic vision to stabilise the airline’s finances and secure the long-term viability of its business model. By combining the modernisation of the customer experience with greater network efficiency, Air Tahiti Nui is preparing to take flight into a new era of growth.

Air Tahiti Nui unveils its new Mānava Premium cabin, designed to replace its existing Premium Economy cabin and offer an enhanced passenger experience on its long-haul flights. The ZODIAC Aerospace Z535 seats, already installed as part of the fleet renewal in 2018, now feature seatbacks that recline by approximately 20 cm and integrated footrests, complemented by new, comfortable and wider cushions. The airline Air Tahiti Nui is also focusing on the culinary experience and onboard service: tropical welcome drinks, an expanded drinks menu including crémant and wines served in elegant glassware, meals made with carefully selected products, reusable headsets and an eco-friendly comfort kit featuring Polynesian design. Mānava Premium passengers also benefit from fast-track lanes at the main airports served, further enhancing the ease and comfort of their journey. This upgrade is part of the airline’s sustainability strategy and strengthens its international recognition, with distinctions such as “Best Brand 2025”, “Five-Star Major Airline” and the APEX Passengers’ Choice Awards 2025. With Mānava Premium, Air Tahiti Nui combines Polynesian hospitality, service quality and technical comfort, offering travellers a premium experience on routes to French Polynesia.