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Vatulele Airport (VTF)

Vatulele, Fiji · small airport · -18.512° 177.639° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeVTF
ICAO CodeNFVL
Typesmall airport
NameVatulele Airport
MunicipalityVatulele
CountryFiji
ContinentOC
Latitude-18.512° S
Longitude177.639° E
Elevation36 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryFiji
ISO Code
RegionVatulele
Continent CodeOC
IANA TimezonePacific/Fiji
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+12
DST OffsetUTC+13
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: April – October
Cooler dry season in Oceania
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Dry: Apr–OctWet: Nov–Mar

✈ Airlines Serving VTF

QF — QantasVA — Virgin AustraliaNZ — Air New ZealandFJ — Fiji Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (18.5°S)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Vatulele Airport (IATA: VTF, ICAO: NFVL) is a small airstrip on Vatulele, a remote coral island in Fiji south of Viti Levu. It mainly serves light aircraft and resort transfers, linking the island to Nadi and nearby mainland points. The simple island strip is the main aviation gateway for visitors to Vatulele Island Resort and the island's villages.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know to bring cash and reef shoes, and to respect the island's sacred red prawns—never touch or remove them from the caves.
🚖 Getting There

Most visitors arrive on a short charter or resort flight from Nadi International Airport (NAN). On arrival, transfers are typically by resort vehicle, boat, or a short walk, depending on your accommodation, so pre-arrange pickup. There is no public transport at the airstrip; independent travelers should confirm road and boat connections with local operators in advance.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to Vatulele Airport?
A: Scheduled service is limited and can change; most flights are charter or resort-arranged light aircraft from Nadi International Airport (NAN). Confirm with your resort or a local operator before booking.

Q: How long is the flight from Nadi to Vatulele?
A: The flight is short, typically around 20–30 minutes in a small aircraft, depending on weather and aircraft type.

Q: What facilities are available at Vatulele Airport?
A: Facilities are minimal, with a basic waiting area or shelter and no major shops or restaurants. Bring any essentials you need and arrange transfers in advance.

Q: Is there ground transport at the airport?
A: There is no taxi rank or public bus at the airstrip. Resort or village hosts usually arrange pickup, so confirm your transfer before arrival.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 27, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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