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Kuini Lavenia Airport (NTT)

Niuatoputapu, Tonga · small airport · -15.977° -173.791° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeNTT
ICAO CodeNFTP
Typesmall airport
NameKuini Lavenia Airport
MunicipalityNiuatoputapu
CountryTonga
ContinentOC
Latitude-15.977° S
Longitude-173.791° W
Elevation30 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score150
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryTonga
ISO Code
RegionNiuatoputapu
Continent CodeOC
IANA TimezonePacific/Tongatapu
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+13
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 NTT

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (16.0°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

Kuini Lavenia Airport (NTT/NFTP) is the small domestic airstrip serving Niuatoputapu, a remote island in Tonga’s northern Niuas group. Located near the main settlements, it provides the island’s primary air link to Tongatapu and Vava‘u for passengers, supplies, and medical evacuations. The airport is named Kuini Lavenia, reflecting local royal heritage, and remains a lifeline for this isolated community.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know to confirm flight times through their guesthouse or local contacts, since schedule changes and weather delays are often communicated by word of mouth before official updates.
🚖 Getting There

Niuatoputapu has very limited public transport, so pre-arrange a pickup with your guesthouse or local contact. The airport is close to the main villages, but roads are basic and walking with luggage may be impractical. If you need to connect onward, confirm inter-island boat or flight options well in advance, as they are weather-dependent.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines serve Kuini Lavenia Airport?
A: Domestic flights are limited and usually operated by Tonga’s domestic carrier or charter services; schedules change often, so confirm with the airline or your guesthouse before travel.

Q: How do I get from the airport to my accommodation?
A: There is no regular taxi or bus service; most arrivals are met by guesthouse staff or local hosts. Arrange your pickup in advance.

Q: What facilities are available at NTT?
A: Expect a small, basic terminal with limited services. There may be no ATM, shop, or reliable food and drink, so bring essentials and cash.

Q: Is the airport open on Sundays?
A: Tonga observes Sunday restrictions, and domestic flights or airport services may be reduced or unavailable. Avoid relying on Sunday travel.
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