Qantas uses the Boeing 737-800 and the Airbus A330-200 on the routes to Nadi in Fiji — the 737 is the most common aircraft on the Sydney and Brisbane to Nadi routes, and the A330 is the more comfortable aircraft, usually operating the peak-season flights.The 737 has around 168 seats in a two-cabin layout — Economy in a 3-3 layout and Business in a 2-2 layout — with a standard pitch of around 31 to 32 inches and a shared overhead screen for entertainment. The A330 has around 271 seats in a two-cabin layout — Economy in a 2-4-2 layout and a lie-flat Business class in a 1-2-1 layout — with seat-back entertainment in every seat and a full meal service in both cabins. The 4 to 6 hour flight is long enough for a full meal service in both cabins, and both aircraft have a USB port at every seat. Qantas codeshares with Fiji Airways, so you may also see a Fiji Airways A350 or 737 MAX on the same aircraft. This guide answers 'what plane does Qantas fly to Fiji' end to end, with the two aircraft, the cabins, the seats, the fares, and everything you need to book the rest of your Fiji trip — flights, hotels, car rentals, eSIMs, bikes and Fiji GetYourGuide tours. For the broader guide to every airline and route into Fiji, see our Flights to Fiji page.
Qantas does not fly the Boeing 787 Dreamliner to Fiji — the 787 is the long-haul aircraft for the longer international routes (to the US, the UK, South Africa and South America), not the 4 to 6 hour Fiji route. The aircraft on the Qantas Fiji routes are the 737 and the A330, both of which are well-suited to the short to medium-haul flight across the Tasman Sea and the Coral Sea. If you want the more comfortable aircraft, look for a flight operated by the A330 when you book — the A330 has a wider cabin, lie-flat Business seats and seat-back entertainment in every seat. Use the live search above to see the aircraft for your date.
The Two Qantas Aircraft to Fiji
Boeing 737-800
Narrow-body
- Seats
- ~168
- Cabins
- Economy + Business
- Economy layout
- 3-3
- Business layout
- 2-2
The most common Qantas aircraft on the Sydney and Brisbane to Nadi routes, with a 3-3 Economy cabin and a 2-2 Business cabin. Shared overhead screen entertainment, so download a movie before you fly.
Airbus A330-200
Wide-body
- Seats
- ~271
- Cabins
- Economy + Business
- Economy layout
- 2-4-2
- Business layout
- 1-2-1 lie-flat
The more comfortable aircraft on the route, usually operating the peak-season flights. Lie-flat Business class, seat-back entertainment in every seat and a full meal service in both cabins.
Qantas to Fiji Aircraft Fast Facts
What plane does Qantas fly to Fiji?
Boeing 737-800 & Airbus A330-200
Most common aircraft
Boeing 737-800
Premium aircraft
Airbus A330-200 (lie-flat Business)
Economy layout (737)
3-3
Economy layout (A330)
2-4-2
Business layout (A330)
1-2-1 lie-flat
Economy seat pitch
~31–32 inches
Arrival airport
Nadi International (NAN)
Time zone
+2h ahead of AEST
The Cabins: Economy and Business
Economy cabin
The Economy seat has a standard pitch of around 31 to 32 inches on both aircraft, with a recliner-style backrest, a USB port and a shared overhead screen on the 737 or seat-back entertainment on the A330. The 737 has a 3-3 layout, so the window seat is the best for the view and the aisle seat is the best for getting up. The A330 has a 2-4-2 layout, so the window pair is the best for couples and the aisle pair is the best for solo travellers. The 4 to 6 hour flight includes a full meal service, with complimentary soft drinks, tea and coffee.
Business class cabin
Business class on the A330 is a lie-flat seat in a 1-2-1 layout, with direct aisle access from every seat, a large pillow and doona, a full meal and drinks service, a larger baggage allowance and Qantas International Lounge access at Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne. Business on the 737 is a recliner-style seat in a 2-2 layout, with a wider seat and more recline than Economy, a full meal and drinks service and lounge access, but no lie-flat bed. The A330 is the right choice for a special trip or a honeymoon, and the fare earns more Qantas Points and Status Credits.
Both aircraft have a USB port at every seat for charging a phone or tablet, and the Qantas app works on both aircraft for free messaging on the Wi-Fi (where available). The A330 also has in-seat power (a universal AC outlet) at every seat in Business and at most seats in Economy, so you can keep a laptop or tablet charged for the full flight. The 737 has USB power only, so bring a power bank if you plan to work or watch your own movies.
Which Aircraft Will I Get?
The aircraft on the Qantas Fiji routes changes with the season and the route. The Boeing 737-800 is the most common aircraft on the Sydney and Brisbane to Nadi routes, and it operates most of the off-peak and shoulder-season flights. The Airbus A330-200 is the premium aircraft on the route, and it usually operates the peak-season flights (July to September) and the Australian school holidays, when demand is highest and the wider cabin and the lie-flat Business seats are most valued.
737
Most common aircraft
A330
Peak-season premium
~$400+
Return from
The Airports: Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Nadi
Australian departures
Qantas uses the International Terminal at Sydney (SYD), Brisbane (BNE) and Melbourne Tullamarine (MEL) for the flights to Nadi. Qantas Club members and Business class passengers have access to the Qantas International Lounge at all three airports before the flight. The morning Qantas departures are usually around 8 to 11 am local time, landing in Nadi in time for lunch.
Nadi International (NAN)
All Qantas flights arrive at Nadi International Airport (NAN), the main international gateway to Fiji, on the western side of Viti Levu. Nadi Airport is a 20-minute taxi or shuttle ride from the Denarau Island resorts and a 10-minute ride from the town of Nadi. Taxis are metered and plentiful, and most resorts run a meet-and-greet shuttle from the airport for a fixed fee.
If you are staying on Denarau Island, the Coral Coast or the Mamanuca or Yasawa islands, Nadi is the right airport — all the major Fiji resorts are within 3 hours' drive or a short boat transfer. Suva, the capital, is served by Nausori International Airport (SUV), around 2 hours' drive from Nadi, but Qantas does not fly to Suva, and most international flights (including Qantas and Fiji Airways) use Nadi. Once you land at Nadi, you are usually on the beach or at the resort pool within an hour, whatever aircraft you flew on.
When to Fly Qantas to Fiji
May–Oct
Dry season, A330 on peak
Feb–Mar
Cheapest fares (737)
Nov & Apr
Shoulder-season bargains
The cheapest month to fly Qantas to Nadi is usually February or March, in the Fijian wet season and outside the Australian and Fijian school holidays, with return fares in the $400 to $550 range, usually on the 737. May, June and November are shoulder-season bargains, with fares in the $450 to $650 range and the weather already improving. The peak fares are in the Australian summer school holidays (December and January) and the Fijian dry season (July to September), when return fares climb to $650 to $1,050 and the A330 is more likely to operate the route. Book 6 to 8 weeks ahead for the cheapest fares, whatever the season, and look for an A330-operated flight if you want the wider cabin and the lie-flat Business seat.
Tips for the Qantas Fiji Flight
- Qantas uses the Boeing 737-800 and the Airbus A330-200 on the routes to Nadi in Fiji
- The 737 is the most common aircraft on the Sydney and Brisbane to Nadi routes, with a 3-3 Economy cabin
- The A330 is the more comfortable aircraft, usually operating the peak-season flights, with a lie-flat Business class
- The A330 has seat-back entertainment in every seat; the 737 has only a shared overhead screen, so download a movie before you fly
- The Economy seat has a standard pitch of around 31 to 32 inches on both aircraft, with a recliner-style backrest
- Business class on the A330 is a lie-flat seat in a 1-2-1 layout; Business on the 737 is a recliner in a 2-2 layout
- Both aircraft have a USB port at every seat and a full meal service on the 4 to 6 hour flight
- The A330 is wider, so the Economy cabin feels less cramped, with a 2-4-2 layout instead of the 737's 3-3
- Qantas codeshares with Fiji Airways, so you may see a Fiji Airways A350 or 737 MAX on the same aircraft
- Book a window seat on the A330 for the best view of the Coral Sea and the approach into Nadi
- The morning Qantas departures from Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne all land in Nadi in time for lunch
- The Nadi Airport to Denarau Island resort transfer takes around 20 minutes by taxi or shuttle
Qantas to Fiji in Pictures
A preview of the Qantas Fiji trip — the Qantas 737 banking on approach to Nadi, the Qantas A330 at the gate at Nadi at dusk, a snorkeller over a vibrant Fiji coral reef, and a Mamanuca Island beach at sunset.
Qantas Flights to Fiji
Search live Qantas, Fiji Airways and Virgin Australia fares to Nadi, with real-time availability and the aircraft for each flight. Compare the 737 and the A330, and the direct Qantas flight with the codeshare.
Fiji Hotels & Resorts
Book a hotel in Nadi or on Denarau Island — the closest resort strip to Nadi Airport and the main base for the Mamanuca and Yasawa islands, ideal for a one-week Fiji break around the direct Qantas flight.
Book Fiji HotelsFiji Car Rentals
Book a car in Fiji — the easiest way to explore Viti Levu's Coral Coast, the highlands and Suva at your own pace, with pick-up at Nadi Airport or the Denarau Island resorts.
Fiji eSIM
Install a Fiji eSIM before you fly so you have data and messaging the moment you land at Nadi International Airport — no airport SIM queue and no roaming charges on the way to the Denarau resorts. Coverage on Denarau Island, the Coral Coast and the Mamanucas is excellent.
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See Fiji the local way — ride the quiet Coral Coast road, the hills above Savusavu, or the flat lanes around Denarau Island. Pack grippy shoes, reef-safe sunscreen and a light layer against the trade winds, and book a bike online ahead of time.
Rent a Bike in FijiFiji Tours & Experiences
Once you land in Nadi, Fiji opens up like a postcard. Snorkel the coral gardens of the Mamanucas, sail the Yasawas on a schooner, dive the Rainbow Reef and the Great Astrolabe Reef, surf Cloudbreak, kayak the Navua River, bathe in the Sabeto mud pools, and slow down in a Fijian village for a lovo feast and a kava ceremony. Browse and book top-rated Fiji experiences below, all with free cancellation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What plane does Qantas fly to Fiji?
Qantas uses the Boeing 737-800 and the Airbus A330-200 on the routes to Nadi in Fiji. The 737 is the most common aircraft on the Sydney and Brisbane to Nadi routes, with a 3-3 Economy cabin and a 2-2 Business cabin, a standard pitch of around 31 to 32 inches and a shared overhead screen for entertainment. The A330 is the more comfortable aircraft, usually operating the peak-season flights, with a 2-4-2 Economy cabin, a lie-flat Business class in a 1-2-1 layout, seat-back entertainment in every seat and a full meal service in both cabins. The 4 to 6 hour flight is long enough for a full meal service in both cabins, and both aircraft have a USB port at every seat.
Does Qantas fly a Boeing 737 or an Airbus A330 to Fiji?
Qantas flies both. The Boeing 737-800 is the most common aircraft on the Sydney and Brisbane to Nadi routes, with around 168 seats in a two-cabin layout — Economy in a 3-3 layout and Business in a 2-2 layout. The Airbus A330-200 is the premium aircraft on the route, with around 271 seats in a two-cabin layout — Economy in a 2-4-2 layout and a lie-flat Business class in a 1-2-1 layout — and it usually operates the peak-season flights (July to September) and the Australian school holidays. The A330 is the more comfortable aircraft on the 4 to 6 hour flight, with a wider cabin, lie-flat Business seats and seat-back entertainment in every seat.
What is the Business class seat like on the Qantas Fiji flight?
Business class on the Qantas Fiji flight depends on the aircraft. On the Airbus A330-200, Business class is a lie-flat seat in a 1-2-1 layout, with direct aisle access from every seat, a large pillow and doona, a full meal and drinks service, a larger baggage allowance and Qantas International Lounge access at Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne. On the Boeing 737-800, Business class is a recliner-style seat in a 2-2 layout, with a wider seat and more recline than Economy, a full meal and drinks service and lounge access, but no lie-flat bed. The A330 is the right choice for a special trip or a honeymoon, and the fare earns more Qantas Points and Status Credits than Economy.
What is the Economy seat like on the Qantas Fiji flight?
The Economy seat on the Qantas Fiji flight has a standard pitch of around 31 to 32 inches on both the Boeing 737-800 and the Airbus A330-200, with a recliner-style backrest, a USB port and a shared overhead screen on the 737 or seat-back entertainment on the A330. The 737 has a 3-3 layout, so the window seat is the best for the view and the aisle seat is the best for getting up; the A330 has a 2-4-2 layout, so the window pair is the best for couples and the aisle pair is the best for solo travellers. The 4 to 6 hour flight is long enough for a full meal service, with complimentary soft drinks, tea and coffee.
Does the Qantas Fiji flight have seat-back entertainment?
Yes, on the Airbus A330-200, every seat has a seat-back screen with a full entertainment system — movies, TV, music and games. On the Boeing 737-800, there is only a shared overhead screen in the cabin, so there is no seat-back entertainment — download a movie or two before you fly, or bring a book. Both aircraft have a USB port at every seat for charging a phone or tablet, and the Qantas app works on both aircraft for free messaging on the Wi-Fi (where available). If entertainment matters to you, look for a flight operated by the A330 when you book.
Does Qantas fly a Boeing 787 Dreamliner to Fiji?
No, Qantas does not fly the Boeing 787 Dreamliner to Fiji. The 787 is Qantas's long-haul aircraft and it operates the longer international routes (to the US, the UK, South Africa and South America), not the 4 to 6 hour Fiji route. The aircraft on the Qantas Fiji routes are the Boeing 737-800 and the Airbus A330-200, both of which are well-suited to the short to medium-haul flight across the Tasman Sea and the Coral Sea. Qantas codeshares with Fiji Airways, and Fiji Airways does fly the Airbus A350-900 on some of its long-haul routes, but the Qantas-operated flights to Nadi use the 737 or the A330.
How many seats does the Qantas Fiji plane have?
The Boeing 737-800 has around 168 seats in a two-cabin layout — Economy and Business — with a 3-3 layout in Economy and a 2-2 layout in Business. The Airbus A330-200 has around 271 seats in a two-cabin layout — Economy and Business — with a 2-4-2 layout in Economy and a 1-2-1 lie-flat layout in Business. The exact seat count varies slightly by the aircraft configuration, but both aircraft are well-suited to the 4 to 6 hour flight to Nadi, with a full meal service in both cabins and a USB port at every seat.
Can I choose my seat on the Qantas Fiji flight?
Yes, you can choose your seat on the Qantas Fiji flight when you book, either for free (for Qantas Frequent Flyer Silver, Gold and Platinum members and Business class passengers) or for a fee (for Economy passengers). Seat selection opens at the time of booking and stays open until check-in closes. On the Boeing 737, the window seat is the best for the view of the Coral Sea and the approach into Nadi, and the aisle seat is the best for getting up. On the Airbus A330, the window pair is the best for couples and the aisle pair is the best for solo travellers. Check in online 24 hours before the flight for the best remaining seat.
Book Your Qantas Fiji Trip
What plane does Qantas fly to Fiji? The Boeing 737-800 and the Airbus A330-200 — the 737 for most flights, the A330 for the peak-season premium. Once you know your Fiji week, the rest is one batch of bookings: the Qantas flight to Nadi, a hotel on Denarau Island or in Nadi, a Fiji car rental, a Fiji eSIM and any Fiji tours you want to lock in ahead. For the broader guide to every airline and route into Fiji, see ourFlights to Fiji page. Start below.