$504+ Cheap flights to Samoa

Flights into Samoa are available from several areas in Australia. Brisbane offers flights into Apia which are nonstop or have one or more stops during the flight. The typical flight length is about 4h 55m in duration and lands in Apia Faleolo Airport. When leaving from Melbourne, some flights last around 8h 50m in length but can be much longer at 18h 25m. Travellers can also leave through Sydney, Adelaide, Gold Coast, Newcastle, and Perth into Apia in Samoa.

Direct, nonstop Samoa flight deals are available when leaving from Brisbane, Australia. Some of the airlines offering these flights are Samoa Airways, Fiji Airways, and Air New Zealand. This is the only location that offers direct flights, but many others have stopover flights available. For example, Melbourne offers stopover flights from Air New Zealand, Fiji Airways, and Samoa Airways. Flights from Adelaide into Samoa are provided by Jetstar, Samoa Airways, Qantas, and several others.

There are several options for getting around Samoa. The Samoa Shipping Corporation offers passenger ferries between Salelologa and Mulifanua that take about an hour. There are also many inexpensive taxies available in Apia but they’re not metered so the price needs to be negotiated. Travellers can also ride buses with wooden benches and bright colours. Beyond the main bus terminals, passengers wave their hand to stop the bus at their destination. Bicycles, scooters, and cars can also be rented.

One of the top places to visit in Samoa is the Aleipata district which is filled with traditional houses, beaches with white sand, and waterfalls. There are also stretches of rainforest to explore where new species are continuously being discovered. The Palolo Deep Marine Reserve is another place to visit where guests can surf, snorkel, and dive. The largest old structure in Polynesia, Tia Seu Ancient Mound, is also available to visit on the eastern end of Savai’i Island. Auala Green Turtle Conservation gives guests the chance to see turtles who are about to be released into the wild. The area also has many hiking routes for everyone from the beginner to the expert. Another place to check out is the Tafua Peninsula Rainforest Preserve which is a habitat for the indigenous and endangered tooth-billed pigeon which is the Samoan national bird.

When flying to Samoa from Australia, travellers need a passport that’s valid for at least six months beyond the date of departure. There’s no need for a visa for a stay up to 60 days. Those who wish to stay up to 60 days more can apply at the Apia immigration office. In addition to the passport, travellers need to show proof of a return ticket into Australia.

Samoa has a Tropical climate. There are two seasons. The wet season runs from December to April when temperatures average 29 degrees. The dry season extends from May to November. Temperatures are slightly cooler, averaging 22 degrees. Cyclones are a risk between November and April.

Peak Season: May to October is high season. December to mid-January is also a busy period. This is school holiday time when Samoans return from Australia, New Zealand and the United States. Off Season:  There’s not really a low season on Samoa, but during the rainy season (with the exception of December to mid- January) there are not as many tourists.

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Samoa on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Virgin Australia is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Samoa.

Apia Faleolo is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Samoa. One-way flights to Apia Faleolo typically cost $265, while return flights cost around $493.

A return flight to Samoa will typically cost around $455, however they can be found for as little as $323.

For those looking to save time traveling to Samoa, Brisbane offers the quickest one-way flight (4 hours 45 minutes).

Yes. Those touching down at Apia Faleolo can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Yes. Apia Faleolo has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Transit Motel is the closest property to Apia Faleolo (1.6 km away from Apia Faleolo).