International Flights

Direct International Flights from Tonga

Tonga is connected to several key international destinations through direct flights, making travel to and from the Kingdom convenient for business, tourism, and trade.

Direct international flights operate from Fuaʻamotu International Airport (TBU), located on Tongatapu, the main island. Current destinations served by direct flights include: Auckland, New Zealand; Sydney, Australia; Nadi, Fiji; and Pago Pago, American Samoa.


Fiji Airways

Fiji Airways offers direct flights between Nadi, Fiji and Nukuʻalofa, Tonga, operating multiple times per week. The flight duration is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, providing a fast and convenient connection to one of the Pacific’s main travel hubs.

Through codeshare agreements with Qantas, American Airlines, and Cathay Pacific, passengers can connect seamlessly from Australia, New Zealand, the United States, and Asia. This makes Tonga easily accessible for both international travelers and investors.

Fiji Airways: https://www.fijiairways.com/en-us/


Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand operates direct flights between Auckland and Tonga, typically offering service two to three times per week. The flight takes approximately 3 hours and is the primary route for travelers from New Zealand.

Auckland’s extensive international network allows travelers from North America, Europe, and Asia to access Tonga through a single stop, enhancing the country’s connectivity to global markets.

Air New Zealand: https://www.airnewzealand.com/


Talofa Airways

Talofa Airways provides direct regional flights between Pago Pago (American Samoa) and Nukuʻalofa, supporting travel within the Pacific Islands. These short-haul flights strengthen regional ties and offer essential links for trade, family, and government travel.

Talofa Airways provides direct regional flights between Pago Pago (American Samoa) and Nukuʻalofa (Tonga), offering vital air connectivity within the Polynesian region. Flights operate twice weekly (subject to seasonal adjustments), with a flight duration of approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes and small regional aircrafts.

Talofa Airways: https://www.talofaairways.com/


Tonga’s connectivity by air