Almost every international visitor to Fiji touches down at the same place — Nadi International Airport — but the country is actually served by a small network of international and domestic airfields that make hopping the islands surprisingly easy.
Fiji sits in the heart of the South Pacific, and its airports are the quiet engine of the whole country. Most long-haul travellers will only ever meet one of them — Nadi International Airport on the western side of Viti Levu — but Fiji is actually stitched together by two international airports and a string of smaller domestic airfields that carry visitors out to the outer islands and the reef-fringed reaches of Vanua Levu, Taveuni and Kadavu. Understanding which airport you will land at, and how they connect, takes the guesswork out of planning a Fiji trip and lets you design a route that fits your time on the ground.
This guide walks through Fiji's airports in plain terms: which airport does what, where each sits on the map, what facilities you will find, how to transfer onward, and how the domestic network ties the islands together. We also cover the practicalities around your arrival — flights, hotels, car rentals, eSIM, scooter hire and Fiji tours — so everything you need to move from plane to paradise lives on this one page.
Fiji's Airports at a Glance
Fiji has two international airports and a handful of smaller domestic airfields. Nadi International Airport (NAN) is the country's main gateway and handles the overwhelming majority of international arrivals. Nausori International Airport (SUV) serves the capital Suva on the eastern side of Viti Levu and handles a smaller set of regional international flights alongside domestic connections. Smaller airfields on Vanua Levu, Taveuni, Kadavu and the outer islands keep the whole archipelago within an easy short-hop flight of Nadi.
Nadi International Airport
NANMain international gatewayNadi, Viti Levu (west coast)
Nadi International Airport is the hub through which almost every international visitor enters Fiji. Sitting on the drier western side of Viti Levu about 9 km from Nadi town and a 20-minute drive from Denarau Island, Nadi handles the lion's share of long-haul flights from Australia, New Zealand, North America, Asia and Europe, as well as the country's busy domestic island-hopping network. Immigration and customs are straightforward, the terminal has been steadily modernised, and the airport is genuinely close to the resorts — many travellers are poolside within an hour of landing.
Nausori International Airport (Suva)
SUVSecondary international airportNausori, Viti Levu (east coast)
Nausori International Airport is the secondary gateway, serving the capital Suva about 23 km away on the eastern, wetter side of Viti Levu. It handles a smaller set of regional international flights — chiefly Fiji Airways and Fiji Link links to Auckland, and connecting domestic services — and is the most convenient airport for travellers whose plans revolve around Suva and the Pacific Harbour region rather than the resort coast. It is a compact single-terminal airport, so arrival formalities are quick.
Fiji Link & Northern Airfields
DOMESTICDomestic connectionsSavusavu, Taveuni, Labasa, Kadavu
Fiji's domestic airfield network ties the bigger islands to each other through Fiji Link (Fiji Airways' domestic arm) and a handful of smaller carriers. Savusavu and Taveuni on Vanua Levu open up the famed Somosomo Strait and rainbow reefs; Labasa covers northern Vanua Levu; and Kadavu's grass strip serves the spectacular Great Astrolabe Reef. Flights are short, scenic and run on a relaxed Pacific schedule.
Nadi International Airport (NAN) in Detail
Nadi International Airport is, for almost every visitor, the airport in Fiji. It stands on the dry western side of Viti Levu, the side that gets the most sunshine and the least rain, which is why the country's resort coast clusters around it. The airport is just 9 km from Nadi town and around 20 minutes by road from Denarau Island, the popular man-made resort hub — close enough that many travellers are at their resort pool within an hour of touchdown. Fiji Airways is the dominant carrier here, flying long-haul direct routes to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Los Angeles and San Francisco, supported by Qantas, Virgin Australia, Jetstar, Air New Zealand and United on the busy corridors.
Inside, Nadi has been steadily modernised. The terminal offers free Wi-Fi, currency exchange, ATMs, a duty-free store, a range of cafés and restaurants, car-rental desks and a selection of airport lounges. Immigration and customs are generally quick, and the domestic terminal for Fiji Link onward connections is a short walk away. The airport is also the natural starting point for the Mamanuca and Yasawa islands: a short road transfer to Port Denarau connects you to the ferry or seaplane that carries you out into the lagoon.
Nausori International Airport (SUV): Suva's Gateway
Nausori International Airport is Fiji's secondary international airport, serving the capital Suva about 23 km to the west on the wetter, greener eastern side of Viti Levu. It is a compact single-terminal airport that handles a smaller set of regional international flights — chiefly Fiji Airways link to Auckland — alongside domestic connections from Nadi. For travellers whose plans centre on Suva, the Pacific Harbour, or the eastern side of the main island, Nausori is genuinely the more convenient airport, avoiding the 4–5 hour cross-island drive from Nadi.
Facilities are necessarily smaller than Nadi, but you will find cafés, ATMs, currency exchange and taxi ranks. The most popular way to use Nausori is as a one-way pairing with Nadi — fly into one airport and out of the other to see both sides of Viti Levu without backtracking, threading the two with a short Fiji Link flight or a scenic drive along the Queens Road.
Domestic Airfields and Island-Hopping
The domestic network that fans out from Nadi is what makes Fiji feel bigger than it is. Fiji Link, Fiji Airways domestic arm, runs short hop flights on a relaxed Pacific schedule to Savusavu and Labasa on Vanua Levu, to Matei on Taveuni, and to Kadavu, as well as the domestic Nadi–Nausori link. These flights are short, scenic and surprisingly affordable, and they are often the only practical way to reach the outer reefs within a single day. Smaller carriers and charter operators fill in the gaps with scheduled services and on-demand flights to airstrips and water-aerodromes across the islands.
For visitors, the most useful domestic hops are Nadi to Taveuni (the "Garden Island" and gateway to the Somosomo Strait and the legendary rainbow reefs) and Nadi to Kadavu (home of the Great Astrolabe Reef). Allow a little flexibility in your schedule — domestic flights run on island time, and weather and load factors can shift departure times — but the views on the way make every minute worthwhile.
- Nadi International Airport (NAN) is Fiji's main airport, handling over 95% of international arrivals
- NAN is located 9 km from Nadi town and about 20 minutes by road from Denarau Island
- Fiji Airways is the national flag carrier and the dominant operator at Nadi
- Nausori Airport (SUV) is Fiji's secondary international airport, serving the capital Suva
- Free Wi-Fi, currency exchange, ATMs, duty-free and car-rental desks are available at Nadi
- Domestic connections from Nadi to Taveuni, Savusavu, Kadavu and Vanua Levu are run by Fiji Link
- A taxi or rideshare from Nadi Airport to Denarau takes about 20 minutes and is the most common transfer
- Most international visitors clear immigration and customs at Nadi before connecting onward
Getting to and from Fiji's Airports
Most of the transport options in Fiji converge on Nadi Airport, so transfers from there are the most flexible. Taxis and rideshares are plentiful at the rank outside arrivals, hotel shuttles serve the main resort hubs, and car-rental desks sit inside the terminal. From Nausori, taxis and hotel shuttles are the standard transfer into Suva. The table below shows typical onward transfers from both international airports.
Renting a Car at Nadi Airport
A rental car is a great option if you are based around Nadi, Denarau or the Coral Coast and want the freedom to explore waterfalls, villages and viewpoints at your own pace. Driving is on the left, and the sealed Queens Road links Nadi to Suva along the southern coast.
Where to Stay Near Fiji's Airports
Denarau Island is the easiest base for families and first-timers, 20 minutes from Nadi Airport. The Mamanucas and Yasawas offer the classic overwater bure experience, while the Coral Coast suits a quieter mainland stay.
Book Hotels in FijiStay Connected with a Fiji eSIM
Skip the airport SIM-card queue and install a Fiji eSIM before you land, so you have data the moment you walk out of the arrivals hall at Nadi.
Get a Fiji eSIMRent a Bike or Scooter in Fiji
A bike or scooter is an easy, affordable way to explore Denarau or Nadi town for short local trips — book one online in advance and skip the roadside haggling once you arrive.
Rent a Bike or ScooterThings to Do in Fiji
Once you have cleared the airport, Fiji rewards you with world-class reefs, waterfalls and cultural experiences — from snorkeling and diving trips in the Mamanucas to village visits, island-hopping cruises and sunset kava ceremonies. Browse and book top-rated Fiji tours below.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many airports are there in Fiji?
Fiji has two international airports — Nadi International Airport (NAN) on the western side of Viti Levu, and Nausori International Airport (SUV) near the capital Suva on the eastern side — plus a network of smaller domestic airfields on Vanua Levu, Taveuni, Kadavu and the outer islands. Nadi handles the overwhelming majority of international arrivals, while Nausori serves Suva and the eastern side of the main island.
What is the main airport in Fiji?
Nadi International Airport (IATA code NAN) is the main airport in Fiji. It is the country's primary international gateway, handling the vast majority of long-haul flights from Australia, New Zealand, North America, Asia and Europe, and serving as the hub for Fiji Airways and Fiji Link's domestic network. Nadi is about 9 km from Nadi town and roughly 20 minutes by road from Denarau Island.
Is Nadi Airport the same as Suva Airport?
No. Nadi International Airport (NAN) on the western side of Viti Levu is the main international gateway, while Nausori International Airport (SUV), about 23 km from Suva on the eastern side, is Fiji's secondary international airport. They are around 4–5 hours apart by road or about 30 minutes apart on a Fiji Link domestic flight, and they serve different ends of the main island.
How far is Nadi Airport from Denarau Island?
Nadi Airport is about 9 km from Denarau Island, a 20-minute drive by taxi, rideshare or hotel shuttle. Denarau is the closest major resort hub to the airport, which is part of why it is such a popular base for first-time visitors and families — many travellers are poolside less than an hour after landing.
What is the airport code for Fiji?
Fiji is served by two international airports. Nadi International Airport uses the IATA code NAN, and Nausori International Airport serving Suva uses SUV. Most international travellers will arrive at and depart from NAN (Nadi), so it is the code you will most often see on your ticket.
Can you fly between Nadi and Suva?
Yes. Fiji Link operates a short domestic flight between Nadi and Nausori (Suva) lasting about 30 minutes, which is far quicker than the 4–5 hour cross-island drive. It is a handy option if you want to experience both sides of Viti Levu on a single trip without a long road transfer, and it links neatly into international connections at Nadi.
What facilities does Nadi Airport have?
Nadi International Airport offers free Wi-Fi, currency exchange, ATMs, duty-free shopping, a range of cafés and restaurants, car-rental desks, taxi and rideshare ranks, and a selection of airport lounges. Immigration and customs are modern and generally move quickly, and the domestic terminal for Fiji Link onward connections is a short walk from the international terminal.
Land at the Right Airport, Start Your Trip Right
Knowing which Fiji airport you will land at — and how it connects onward — is half the battle of planning a smooth trip. Most travellers will arrive at Nadi (NAN), the country's busy western gateway, while those heading for Suva can hop a short Fiji Link flight or a scenic drive to Nausori (SUV), and the lucky few bound for the outer reefs can thread the domestic network out to Taveuni, Kadavu and beyond. Pair the right airport with a well-timed flight, a nearby hotel, a rental car where it makes sense, a Fiji eSIM, a scooter for local hops, and a handful of Fiji tours, and you have everything you need to move smoothly from runway to reef.
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