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— TBU
25 Feb — 4 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Tongatapu in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Tongatapu
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Tongatapu. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 26 January 2026.

Mon 9/214:00
SYD
-
TBU
1 stop9h 50m
Fiji Airways
Sat 14/216:00
TBU
-
SYD
1 stop8h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 25/1$644
Tue 10/314:00
SYD
-
TBU
1 stop18h 35m
Fiji Airways
Fri 20/305:40
TBU
-
SYD
1 stop18h 25m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 26/1$659
Tue 31/314:15
SYD
-
TBU
1 stop9h 35m
Fiji Airways
Thu 9/405:00
TBU
-
SYD
1 stop9h 45m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 26/1$660
Mon 15/613:15
SYD
-
TBU
1 stop9h 30m
Fiji Airways
Thu 18/605:40
TBU
-
SYD
1 stop9h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 24/1$682
Sat 13/606:00
SYD
-
TBU
1 stop6h 55m
Fiji Airways
Tue 16/610:55
TBU
-
SYD
1 stop14h 15m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 24/1$688
Sat 13/606:00
SYD
-
TBU
1 stop6h 55m
Fiji Airways
Fri 19/605:40
TBU
-
SYD
1 stop9h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 24/1$691
Tue 16/609:05
SYD
-
TBU
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/605:40
TBU
-
SYD
1 stop9h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/1$702
Tue 10/314:00
SYD
-
TBU
1 stop18h 35m
Fiji Airways
Tue 17/305:40
TBU
-
SYD
1 stop8h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 23/1$711
Sat 13/609:05
SYD
-
TBU
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/616:55
TBU
-
SYD
1 stop8h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/1$717
Sat 13/609:05
SYD
-
TBU
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 16/610:55
TBU
-
SYD
1 stop14h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/1$720
Sat 13/609:05
SYD
-
TBU
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 18/605:40
TBU
-
SYD
1 stop9h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/1$724
Wed 11/314:00
SYD
-
TBU
1 stop18h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/305:40
TBU
-
SYD
2 stops12h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1$740

Find flight deals to Tongatapu

Find the latest flights to Tongatapu in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 26 January 2026.

Return from

$644

One-way from

$355

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$793

Good round-trip deal

$766 or less

Good one-way deal

$356 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 9/2-14/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 55m total
  • Sydney to Nuku‘alofa
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  • Fiji Airways
  • 24/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 50m total
  • Sydney to Tongatapu
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Tongatapu.
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Depart

Return

Price

SydneyNuku‘alofa

SYD - TBU

SYDTBU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/2

06:00-01:50

1 stop17h 50m

Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl

Fri 20/2

05:40-22:05

1 stop18h 25m

$633

SydneyNuku‘alofa

SYD - TBU

SYDTBU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/2

14:00-01:50

1 stop9h 50m

Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl

Sat 14/2

16:00-22:05

1 stop8h 05m

$644

SydneyNuku‘alofa

SYD - TBU

SYDTBU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 31/3

14:15-01:50

1 stop9h 35m

Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl

Sat 4/4

15:55-22:25

1 stop8h 30m

$660

SydneyNuku‘alofa

SYD - TBU

SYDTBU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/3

14:00-10:35

1 stop18h 35m

Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl

Wed 18/3

05:40-16:15

2 stops12h 35m

$740

SydneyNuku‘alofa

SYD - TBU

SYDTBU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

06:00-10:35

1 stop26h 35m

Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl

Tue 24/2

05:40-20:45

2 stops17h 05m

$777

SydneyNuku‘alofa

SYD - TBU

SYDTBU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 31/3

09:05-15:30

Nonstop4h 25m

Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl

Wed 8/4

05:40-11:45

1 stop9h 05m

$800

SydneyNuku‘alofa

SYD - TBU

SYDTBU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/2

14:00-01:50

1 stop9h 50m

Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl

Sat 14/2

16:55-20:15

Nonstop5h 20m

$803

SydneyNuku‘alofa

SYD - TBU

SYDTBU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/3

14:00-10:35

1 stop18h 35m

Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl

Tue 31/3

16:25-20:05

Nonstop5h 40m

$805

SydneyNuku‘alofa

SYD - TBU

SYDTBU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/2

06:00-01:50

2 stops17h 50m

Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl

Mon 16/2

11:20-22:05

1 stop12h 45m

$874

SydneyNuku‘alofa

SYD - TBU

SYDTBU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/2

06:00-15:00

1 stop7h 00m

Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl

Sat 14/2

05:00-18:05

2 stops15h 05m

$893

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Tongatapu

How long is the flight to Tongatapu?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Tongatapu takes 4 hours 25 minutes. Flights to Tongatapu from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Tongatapu?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Tongatapu are Qantas Airways, Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand.

Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $595
Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways
From $490
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $817

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Tongatapu?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Tongatapu are Fiji Airways, Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand.

Rainfall in Tongatapu by month

Plan your trip to Tongatapu by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tongatapu ranges from 95.0 - 210.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 210.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Tongatapu when rainfall is around 95.0 mm.

Temperature in Tongatapu by month

Plan your trip to Tongatapu by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tongatapu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 22.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Tongatapu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tongatapu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Tongatapu. Reviews last updated 26 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways to Tonga to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
222 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
222 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
222 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
575 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
222 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
977 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
222 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

FAQs about flying to Tongatapu

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Tongatapu if I am willing to have stopovers?

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

  • What is the best airline to fly to Tongatapu?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Fiji Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Tongatapu.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Tongatapu?

    Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Tongatapu. One-way flights to Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl typically cost $205, while return flights cost around $507.

  • How much is a return flight to Tongatapu?

    A return flight to Tongatapu will typically cost around $986, however they can be found for as little as $507.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Tongatapu depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Tongatapu, Sydney Kingsford Smith offers the quickest one-way flight (4 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl?

    Yes. Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Aloft Airport Accommodation is the closest property to Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl (0.0 km away from Nuku‘alofa Fua'Amotu Intl).

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