Cheap flights from Tarawa
Air service for the capital of Kiribati is provided via Bonriki Airport, located 21 kilometers from the central part of Tarawa. From this transport hub, regular flights operate to 4 main destinations, connecting the city with other islands in the Pacific Ocean. The most popular routes include flights to Yaren with a frequency of 5 times a week, Nadi (3 flights per week), and Flying Fish Cove.
Currently, 3 airlines operate from the city, with On Air, Fiji Airways, and Flex Flight APS leading in the number of departures. Below on this page, you will find city cards with convenient interest filters to help you navigate the route network and choose the right destination. Before planning your trip, you can also check the current forecast in the weather section or explore the information in the city guide.
Tarawa — Majuro
Tarawa — Yaren
Tarawa — Nadi
Tarawa — Flying Fish Cove
Flight insights from Tarawa
Data-driven trends for direct flights from Tarawa — how often airlines fly, where they go, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent destinations
The most frequent direct destinations from Tarawa are Yaren, Nadi and Flying Fish Cove. Yaren leads with around 5 flights a week.
- Yaren5 flights/week
- Nadi3 flights/week
- Flying Fish Cove2 flights/week
- Majuro1 flights/week
Top countries
Most direct flights from Tarawa head to Nauru, Fiji and Kiribati. Nauru alone accounts for about 45% of all direct routes.
- Nauruavg $307
- Fijiavg $341
- Kiribatiavg $730
- Marshall Islandsavg $300
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes from Tarawa range from Majuro at $300 to Brisbane at $829 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Yarenfrom $307
- Nadifrom $341
- Flying Fish Covefrom $730
- Majurofrom $300
- Brisbanefrom $829
Cheapest destinations
The cheapest destinations from Tarawa right now are Majuro from $300, Yaren from $307 and Nadi from $341.
- Majurofrom $300
- Yarenfrom $307
- Nadifrom $341
- Flying Fish Covefrom $730
- Brisbanefrom $829
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight from Tarawa is to Dallas at about 13h 15m, followed by Vancouver (10h 47m) and Los Angeles (10h 43m).
- Dallas13h 15m
- Vancouver10h 47m
- Los Angeles10h 43m
- San Francisco10h 22m
- Singapore10h 22m
Popular destinations from Tarawa
Nauru
Fiji
Kiribati
Marshall Islands
Singapore
Australia
Japan
Hong Kong
Australia
Australia
New Zealand
Australia
New Zealand
New Zealand
United States
United States
Vanuatu
United States
Canada
Australia
Australia
Samoa, Independent State Of
Fiji
Australia
New Caledonia
French Polynesia
Tonga
United States
Solomon Islands
Papua New Guinea (Niugini)
Fiji
Fiji
Palau
Tonga
Tuvalu
Micronesia
Micronesia
Fiji
Marshall Islands
Wallis and FutunaFrequently asked questions
- How many destinations are available from Tarawa?
- Currently, regular air service from Tarawa is available to 4 destinations. These routes provide vital transport links between the atoll and other key regions of Oceania.
- What are the most popular destinations from Tarawa?
- The most in-demand routes are flights to Yaren (5 flights per week) and Nadi (3 flights weekly). Regular service is also established with locations such as Flying Fish Cove and Majuro.
- How many airlines fly from Tarawa?
- As of today, 3 airlines operate flights from the city. The primary carriers providing the highest number of departures are On Air, Fiji Airways, and Flex Flight APS.
- Which airports serve Tarawa?
- The main aviation hub is Bonriki Airport (TRW). It is located approximately 21 kilometers from the central part of the city.
- How to find cheap tickets from Tarawa?
- To find the most affordable deals, it is recommended to book tickets in advance and monitor schedule updates from Fiji Airways and other local carriers. Using the filters on the page will help you quickly compare the available options.
- When is the best time to buy plane tickets from Tarawa?
- The optimal time for booking is 2–3 months before your planned trip. This is especially important for popular routes to Nadi and Yaren, where ticket demand remains consistently high.