Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Vava'u International Airport (VAV): what you need to know
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Finding a stopover for flights from Auckland Airport to Vava'u International Airport is simple with our handy search tool. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options. Nadi International Airport is a sought-after stopover when journeying from AKL to VAV.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Vava'u International Airport (VAV)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Auckland Airport to Vava'u International Airport is 168 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 743 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from AKL to VAV. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Auckland Airport to Vava'u International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time searching for cheap tickets from AKL to VAV every day.
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Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
Travelling from central Auckland to Auckland Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Auckland Airport to Vava'u International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near AKL:
Arriving at Vava'u International Airport (VAV)
Hop off your flight from Auckland Airport to Vava'u International Airport and be snoozing in your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a convenient option a short drive from VAV, unpack your bags at Puataukanave International Hotel.
Getting from Vava'u International Airport (VAV) to central Tonga
The centre of Tonga is about 145 kilometres from Vava'u International Airport. Travel times by car rental or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
When to fly to Vava'u International Airport (VAV)
August is the busiest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Vava'u International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Tonga in February.
Lock in your flight from Auckland Airport to Vava'u International Airport for February if you'd like to go to Tonga during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 28ºC.
August sees average temperatures of between 20ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap tickets from AKL to VAV sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tonga
Make sure you add Matafonua Beach to your itinerary. This is one of the most popular things to do and see when visiting Tonga.