Getting To Vava’u May Seem Confusing
Getting to Vava’u, Tonga may seem complicated—but it’s actually quite straightforward.
The only route is with Fiji Airways, flying from Nadi, Fiji (NAN) to Vava’u, Tonga (VAV).
All of our tours begin and end on Saturdays, so you’ll need to arrive in Vava’u on a Saturday and depart the following Saturday.
Many guests choose to extend their adventure by spending a few extra days in beautiful Fiji on the way out—it’s the perfect way to unwind after your whale swim experience.
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Flights to Vava’u, Tonga (VAV)
Overview
The only practical and reliable way to reach Vava’u internationally is via Nadi, Fiji (NAN), connecting onward to Vava’u (VAV) using Fiji Airways or its subsidiary Fiji Link.
Connection from Fiji to Vava’u
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Fiji Airways operates direct flights from Nadi (NAN) to Vava’u (VAV), about 2 hours 10 minutes.
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These are the only international connections into Vava’u, so planning around this segment is essential.
Route Breakdown by Region
From the USA
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Fiji Airways operates nonstop flights from LAX, SFO, and DFW to Nadi (NAN).
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Connect from NAN → VAV on Fiji Airways/Fiji Link.
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Depart 2 days before your trip start date (International Date Line crossing).
From Canada
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Fiji Airways now offers a nonstop flight from Vancouver (YVR) to Nadi (NAN), making this the best option for Canadian travelers.
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Route: YVR → NAN → VAV.
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You’ll still need to depart 2 days before your trip start date due to the International Date Line.
From Europe
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Typically requires two separate tickets:
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Europe → LAX or SIN or SYD
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LAX/SIN/SYD → NAN → VAV
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From India
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Option: India → SIN → NAN → VAV
From Asia (excl. India)
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Option: Asia → SIN → NAN → VAV
From Australia
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Fiji Airways routes:
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MEL → NAN → VAV
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SYD → NAN → VAV
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Summary Table
| Origin | Route Description |
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| USA | LAX / SFO / DFW → NAN → VAV |
| Canada | YVR → NAN → VAV |
| Europe | Europe → LAX/SIN/SYD → NAN → VAV |
| India / Asia | India/Asia → SIN → NAN → VAV |
| Australia | MEL or SYD → NAN → VAV |
Where is Vava’u, Tonga?
Your Tour Organizer: Nadia Aly
Our tours are managed by Destination Tonga, a tourism management company, located in Tonga, and owned by Nadia Aly. Nadia is an award winning underwater photographer who leads numerous expeditions around the world throughout the year.