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Prices and Cost of Living in French Polynesia

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Travel Budget Calculator

Calculate how much money you will spend on your vacation in French Polynesia. Sample budget for each type of traveler - food, transportation, sightseeing and accommodation expenses.

Travel style: 1 Travel style: 3

Food

from 18.35 EUR to 26.37 EUR

Transportation

from 1.85 EUR to 2.01 EUR

Sightseeing

from 6.42 EUR

Accommodation

from 48.44 EUR to 53.83 EUR

Backpacker's budget

Traveling with a backpack

from 75.05 EUR to 88.63 EUR

Average daily expenses were calculated on the basis of the prices of accommodation, food (restaurants and shops), transport (public transport and taxis) and some tourist attractions. Values may vary depending on the city, tourist season, or during major religious and public events. Update 7 April 2025.

How much do you spend per day on travel and sightseeing?

Traveling and sightseeing in a cheap way (hostels, cheap food), you can fit into a budget from 8956 XPF (75.05 EUR) to 10576 XPF (88.63 EUR). On the other hand, a slightly higher standard (3-star hotel, meals in restaurants) you should expect to spend from 22618 XPF (190 EUR). You should additionally take into account that if you are traveling alone, the cost may be slightly higher.

Food Prices - Calculate the Cost of Living

The calculator allows you to quickly and easily calculate how much you will spend on average to buy food at grocery stores in French Polynesia. Plan your daily, weekly and monthly food expenses.

Select the appropriate number of days to see how much you will spend on food during that period. Values given for one person.

1 day

Cheapest products

Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.

from 10.87 EUR to 16.71 EUR

Mid-range products

Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.

from 13.4 EUR to 20.75 EUR

Average values for capital or largest city. Purchase of food products in local stores and supermarkets corresponding to daily meals of 2,200 to 2,400 kcal was taken into account. Update 7 April 2025.

How much do you have to spend on groceries per day in French Polynesia?

When shopping for groceries in local stores and markets, the average daily cost of food expenses will range from 1297 XPF (10.87 EUR) to 1994 XPF (16.71 EUR) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 1599 XPF (13.4 EUR) to 2476 XPF (20.75 EUR) per day. These figures are based on daily meals consisting of approximately 2200-2400 kcal and may vary slightly depending on the city.

Budget and shopping basket update: 7 April 2025

Estimated budget and daily food costs are always given per person and are only a suggestion to help you plan your total travel costs.

Budget was calculated on the basis of average prices of accommodation in each category (hotels and hostels), food costs (restaurants and grocery shopping), transport prices and some tourist attractions.

BACKPACKER'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a hostel or cheap hotel,
• travel by public transport,
• dining in cheap local restaurants or buying food in local stores,
• small number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (when traveling alone, prices may be higher, but only if we use a hotel room instead of a dormitory).

TOURIST'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a 3 star hotel (with a small number of available facilities, average prices of 3* and 4* hotels),
• traveling by taxis,
• catering in middle-class restaurants and buying food in grocery stores,
• average number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (they share costs of accommodation and transport).

FOOD EXPENSES
• daily meals containing 2200 to 2400 kcal (applies to both price variants),
• shopping for food in local stores or supermarkets (no meals in restaurants),
• value per person & for the capital or largest city.

Prices in French Polynesia

Below you will find a list of prices for products and services in French Polynesia, which will help you determine what expenses you should prepare for when going on vacation in this country.

Grocery Store Prices

Apples (1kg)3.47 EUR
Banana (1kg)2.36 EUR
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)15.08 EUR
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)13.58 EUR
Chicken Fillets (1kg)12.15 EUR
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)13.11 EUR
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)2.31 EUR
Eggs (regular) (12)4.29 EUR
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)2.20 EUR
Lettuce (1 head)2.85 EUR
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)2.16 EUR
Local Cheese (1kg)9.74 EUR
Milk (regular), (1 liter)2.40 EUR
Onion (1kg)2.09 EUR
Oranges (1kg)6.68 EUR
Potato (1kg)4.60 EUR
Rice (white), (1kg)1.80 EUR
Tomato (1kg)4.63 EUR
Water (1.5 liter bottle)1.35 EUR

Food and beverage prices in French Polynesia

Popular food products found on store shelves in French Polynesia include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 249 XPF (2.09 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 1800 XPF (15.08 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 215 XPF (1.8 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 258 XPF (2.16 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 282 XPF (2.36 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 414 XPF (3.47 EUR) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 161 XPF (1.35 EUR). Dairy prices in French Polynesia, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 287 XPF (2.4 EUR), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 1162 XPF (9.74 EUR). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 1450 XPF (12.15 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 513 XPF (4.29 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 552 XPF (4.63 EUR) per kilo.

Restaurant Prices

Cappuccino (regular)3.48 EUR
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)2.20 EUR
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)5.71 EUR
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)2.51 EUR
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)10.89 EUR
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course50.28 EUR
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant15.08 EUR
Water (0.33 liter bottle)1.30 EUR

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in French Polynesia vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 416 XPF (3.48 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 263 XPF (2.2 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 1300 XPF (10.89 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 6000 XPF (50.28 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 1800 XPF (15.08 EUR).

Public Transportation Prices

Monthly Pass (Regular Price)25.14 EUR
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)0.92 EUR
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)20.95 EUR
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)1.09 EUR
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)12.57 EUR

How much does transportation cost in French Polynesia?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 110 XPF (0.92 EUR), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 3000 XPF (25.14 EUR). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 1500 XPF (12.57 EUR), along with a per-kilometer charge of 130 XPF (1.09 EUR).

Entertainment Prices

Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat12.57 EUR
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult79.60 EUR
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)15.34 EUR

Apartment Rental Prices

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre1 037 EUR
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre782 EUR
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre2 514 EUR
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre2 067 EUR

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in French Polynesia?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in French Polynesia varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 93333 XPF (782 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 123750 XPF (1037 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 1268720 XPF (10632 EUR) per square meter.

Apartment Buying Prices

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre10 632 EUR
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre6 219 EUR

Average Salary

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)1 288 EUR

Hotel Prices in French Polynesia

A comprehensive list of the current prices of accommodations in various cities, ranging from budget-friendly hotels to high-end luxurious stays.

Category
Qty
Average price
Cheapest
2
235 EUR
Hotel Hibiscus
2
455 EUR
Cook's Bay Hotel and Suites
Source: Expedia.com • Update: 15 December 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024)
Sources and updates

• Prices of products and services in French Polynesia. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 03/2023, latest data 03/2023.
• Prices were calculated based on several sources including Expedia.com, Booking.com, local supermarket websites, own sources, submissions from users. We do not guarantee their accuracy, however, we try, to keep them high.
• If you have noticed an error, please report it.

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