Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU): what you need to know
A direct flight from Auckland Airport to Fua'amotu International Airport takes 2 hours 52 minutes, on average. Tongatapu's timezone is UTC+13 — identical to Auckland.
Choose from 8 weekly flights from Auckland Airport to Fua'amotu International Airport. The 07:00 departure with Air New Zealand is the earliest available between AKL and TBU. Air New Zealand operates the last service of the day at 22:55 if early mornings aren't your thing.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Tongatapu (and then exploring more of Tonga!) is simple with Air New Zealand. This popular airline offers direct flights from Auckland Airport to Fua'amotu International Airport.
Finding a stopover on flights from Auckland Airport to Fua'amotu International Airport is simple with our search tool. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a sought-after stopover when flying from AKL to TBU.
To see if you need a visa to enter Tonga, check with your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with all the necessary information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from AKL to TBU.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU)
$205 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Auckland Airport to Fua'amotu International Airport. Return flights start from $436. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Book 9 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from AKL to TBU.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Auckland Airport to Fua'amotu International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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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 drive, ride-share or hail 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 Fua'amotu International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near AKL:
Arriving at Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU)
Get off your flight from Auckland Airport to Fua'amotu International Airport and hop into your hotel bed shortly after. If you want a convenient option a short journey from TBU, unpack your bags at ALOFT Airport Accommodation.
Getting from Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU) to central Tongatapu
Fua'amotu International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Tongatapu. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
When to fly to Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU)
The quietest month for a flight from Auckland Airport to Fua'amotu International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Tongatapu based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Auckland Airport to Fua'amotu International Airport for February if you want to go to Tongatapu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 28ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from AKL to TBU in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Tongatapu
After booking your flights from AKL to TBU, you'll need to find a place to stay in Tongatapu. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Paepae o Tele'a, The Cliffs Overlook and Anahulu Cave - The Underground Swimming Pool are among the things you can't miss in Tongatapu.
Complete your Fua`amotu trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Fua'amotu International Airport — next up is finding a great place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Fua`amotu.