Air Tahiti Nui suspends nonstop Seattle-Papeete route from February 2026

Affected passengers have several options. They can rebook at no extra cost on flights via Los Angeles, as close as possible to their original travel dates, subject to availability in the same class of service. Alternatively, customers may request a full refund at the original ticket price.

The airline also advised that customer service resources are limited. Passengers scheduled to fly between February 1 and May 30, 2026, should contact customer service in the coming week. Those with later departures are asked to wait for future time slots.

This decision reflects Air Tahiti Nui's efforts to adjust its network based on demand and operating economics. The airline noted that Seattle did not generate enough passenger traffic to sustain profitable operations on the route.

"At the end of the day, the airline has shown interest in eliminating routes that are not performing as projected," according to Air Tahiti Nui’s statement seen by Simple Flying.

As one of the few airlines serving French Polynesia with long-haul flights, Air Tahiti Nui faces unique challenges in matching supply with demand across its limited network.