French Polynesia · Founded 1996

Air Tahiti Nui Business Class

Air Tahiti Nui is French Polynesia's flag carrier, flying an all-Boeing 787-9 fleet (transitioned from A340 by September 2019) from its Papeete hub to Paris, Los Angeles, Auckland, Sydney, and Tokyo. Poerava Business runs a 2-2-2 lie-flat layout, which — worth knowing — means middle-pair seats don't have the direct aisle access that 1-2-1 configurations offer, though it suits couples traveling together well. Note: the Seattle-Papeete route was discontinued after January 31, 2026.

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From: $2,750
Max savings: 57%
Rating: 4.4★^*
Fleet: 1 types

Last updated May 3, 2026

Quick answers

At a glance

What is Air Tahiti Nui business class?

Air Tahiti Nui Poerava Business — 2-2-2 lie-flat, direct aisle access on aisle seats only (not every seat, given the 2-2-2 layout). Seat width 20-21 inches, length 78 inch pitch, fully flat.

How much can I save on Air Tahiti Nui?

Consolidator fares from $2,750 — about 57% below published retail. You earn full Club Tiare miles.

Which lounges does Air Tahiti Nui use?

Poerava Lounge (PPT). Worldwide: Contract lounges at LAX.

The Airline

About Air Tahiti Nui

A comprehensive look at Air Tahiti Nui's premium cabins, service philosophy, route network, and what makes them worth flying.

Airline overview

Founded in 1996, Air Tahiti Nui is headquartered in French Polynesia and operates an extensive global network. The fleet is built around Boeing 787-9 for long-haul operations, with additional narrowbody types on regional routes. Air Tahiti Nui operates independently of major global alliances, with select bilateral partnerships for codesharing.

The business class experience

Air Tahiti Nui Poerava Business features 2-2-2 lie-flat, direct aisle access on aisle seats only (not every seat, given the 2-2-2 layout). Seat width is 20-21 inches and fully extended bed length is 78 inch pitch, fully flat — comfortable for passengers up to about 6'3" (190cm) to sleep fully flat. The seat layout on Air Tahiti Nui's long-haul widebody aircraft typically offers direct aisle access for every business class passenger, so you never have to climb over a seatmate.

In-flight entertainment is delivered via 16-inch touchscreen IFE with under-monitor storage drawer. Dining on Air Tahiti Nui: Polynesian and French cuisine, Tahitian vanilla desserts. Baggage allowance in business class: 2 × 32kg checked. All flights include amenity kits, premium bedding, and priority boarding/baggage handling.

Lounges and ground experience

At the home hub: Poerava Lounge (PPT). At other airports worldwide: Contract lounges at LAX. Lounge access is included with your business class ticket — you show your boarding pass at the lounge entrance and receive food, drinks, WiFi, and dedicated workspaces until boarding time.

On the ground at departure, Air Tahiti Nui business class passengers get dedicated check-in counters, fast-track security lanes where available, and priority boarding. At arrival, baggage is tagged with priority labels and comes out first — typically saving 15-30 minutes versus economy on heavily-loaded flights.

What travelers say

“Los Angeles remains the only current US gateway to Papeete on this carrier — check routing carefully since the Seattle option no longer exists. The 2-2-2 seat layout is comfortable for couples but means solo travelers in middle seats give up direct aisle access; flown reviews are mixed on lie-flat comfort, with at least one 2025 review flagging discomfort. Polynesian-French fusion cuisine and vanilla-scented amenities are a consistent highlight.”

— BookMyBusinessClass editorial review

Booking Air Tahiti Nui with consolidator fares

Our consolidator contract with Air Tahiti Nui gives us access to net fares significantly below published retail — typically 57% savings on business class bookings. These are standard Air Tahiti Nui tickets with full frequent flyer mile earning in Club Tiare, complete lounge access, standard cancellation rules, and priority handling on both ends of the trip. The only difference is the price.

When you request a quote, we search all available Air Tahiti Nui dates and routes for your trip, compare against other carriers that serve the same route, and send you the best option within 15 minutes. No membership required, any service fees disclosed upfront, and you book directly with Air Tahiti Nui under your name — we're just the consolidator agency that unlocks wholesale pricing through our host consolidator network.

Cabin Details

Inside Air Tahiti Nui business class

Every detail that matters — seat, service, lounge, luggage and miles.

Cabin name: Air Tahiti Nui Poerava Business
Seat type: 2-2-2 lie-flat, direct aisle access on aisle seats only (not every seat, given the 2-2-2 layout)
Seat width: 20-21 inches
Seat length: 78 inch pitch, fully flat
In-flight entertainment: 16-inch touchscreen IFE with under-monitor storage drawer
Dining: Polynesian and French cuisine, Tahitian vanilla desserts
Baggage allowance: 2 × 32kg checked
Miles program: Club Tiare

Home lounge

Poerava Lounge (PPT)

Lounges at other airports

Contract lounges at LAX

Hubs

Faa'a International Airport (PPT), Papeete

Aircraft types

Boeing 787-9

“Los Angeles remains the only current US gateway to Papeete on this carrier — check routing carefully since the Seattle option no longer exists. The 2-2-2 seat layout is comfortable for couples but means solo travelers in middle seats give up direct aisle access; flown reviews are mixed on lie-flat comfort, with at least one 2025 review flagging discomfort. Polynesian-French fusion cuisine and vanilla-scented amenities are a consistent highlight.”
— BookMyBusinessClass editorial review

Top Routes

Popular Air Tahiti Nui business class routes

The most-booked Air Tahiti Nui premium routes through our consolidator contracts.

Los Angeles → Papeete
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Paris → Papeete
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Auckland → Papeete
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Fleet

Air Tahiti Nui aircraft we book

Air Tahiti Nui air tahiti nui poerava business on each aircraft type — cabin product, seat configuration, and route examples.

Boeing 787-9
Boeing
The most-deployed long-haul widebody in current production. Cabin pressurization (~6,000 ft) and humidity (10-15%) better than older 777 metal. Composite fuselage allows larger windows.

See the full Air Tahiti Nui fleet index for cabin-by-aircraft details.

Reference Data

Air Tahiti Nui carrier reference

Field	Value
IATA airline code	TN
ICAO airline code	THT
Canonical name	Air Tahiti Nui
Country	France
Founded	1996
Alliance	Independent / no alliance affiliation
Hub airports	Faa'a International Airport (PPT), Papeete
Source for canonical fields	Wikidata (CC0) · Q339237 cross-referenced with our editorial catalog

Canonical airline metadata cross-referenced with Wikidata (CC0). When fields disagree, our editorial catalog is the source of truth for cabin specs, fare data, and ratings; Wikidata is the source of truth for ICAO codes, founding year, and country attribution.

Facts independently verified 2026-08-05

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about booking Air Tahiti Nui business class through our consolidator.

How much is Air Tahiti Nui business class?

Consolidator fares start from $2,750 — about 57% below published retail. Exact pricing depends on route, travel dates and season.

What seat will I get on Air Tahiti Nui?

Air Tahiti Nui business class features 2-2-2 lie-flat, direct aisle access on aisle seats only (not every seat, given the 2-2-2 layout). Seat width: 20-21 inches, fully extended length: 78 inch pitch, fully flat.

Which lounges can I use with Air Tahiti Nui business class?

At the home hub: Poerava Lounge (PPT). Worldwide: Contract lounges at LAX.

Will I earn miles on these fares?

Yes. We book you directly with Air Tahiti Nui under your name. You earn full Club Tiare miles and tier credit — typically 100-125% for business class.

What dining and IFE does Air Tahiti Nui offer in business class?

Dining: Polynesian and French cuisine, Tahitian vanilla desserts. In-flight entertainment: 16-inch touchscreen IFE with under-monitor storage drawer.

What's the baggage allowance?

2 × 32kg checked. This is the standard Air Tahiti Nui business class allowance.

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