Cheap flights to Apia
Air travel to Apia is operated through the international Faleolo Airport, located 26 kilometers from the city center. The current route network allows you to reach the islands from several key regional aviation hubs, including Auckland, which has 24 flights per week. Regular flights are also available from Nadi and Brisbane, providing convenient logistics for travelers.
A total of 4 airlines fly to the capital of Western Samoa, with Air New Zealand and Fiji Airways operating the highest number of flights. Passengers can also use the services of Qantas and Virgin Australia when planning their route. Below are departure city cards with live search to help you find the best travel option.
Auckland — Apia
Nadi — Apia
Brisbane — Apia
Funafuti — Apia
When is the best time to book a flight to Apia?
The price of a flight to Apia changes depending on how far ahead you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, book around 19 days before departure, when the average ticket costs about $705. Fares also tend to climb as the departure date gets closer.
Flight insights to Apia
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Apia — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Apia come from Auckland, Nadi and Brisbane. Auckland leads with around 24 flights a week.
Top departure countries
Most direct flights to Apia depart from New Zealand, Fiji and Australia. New Zealand alone accounts for about 44% of all direct routes.
- New Zealandavg $159
- Fijiavg $215
- Australiaavg $264
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Apia range from Auckland at $159 to Suva at $357 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Apia from right now are Auckland from $159, Nadi from $215 and Nuku'alofa from $228.
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Apia is from Mount Isa at about 7h 11m, followed by Albury (6h 39m) and Longreach (6h 35m).
- Mount Isa7h 11m
- Albury6h 39m
- Longreach6h 35m
- Wagga Wagga6h 33m
- Dubbo6h 17m
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NauruFrequently asked questions
- How many cities have flights to Apia?
- Currently, regular air service to the city is provided from 3 main departure cities. These are key regional transport hubs connecting the islands with Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji.
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Apia?
- The highest number of flights arrive from Auckland (24 flights per week). Other popular routes include Nadi, with 19 flights, and Brisbane, with a frequency of 12 flights weekly.
- How many airlines fly to Apia?
- Four airlines operate flights to this destination. The leaders in terms of flight volume are Air New Zealand and Fiji Airways, with Qantas and Virgin Australia also providing services.
- Which airports serve flights to Apia?
- All international flights arrive at Faleolo Airport (APW). The airport is located 26 kilometers from the city, and the trip to the center takes about 40–50 minutes.
- How to find cheap flights to Apia?
- To find the best deals, it is recommended to check flights with layovers in major hubs such as Auckland or Nadi. Booking tickets several months in advance and monitoring fares from all four airlines will help you find the optimal price.
- When is the best time to buy flight tickets to Apia?
- Given the limited number of direct flights, it is advisable to buy tickets in advance, 3–5 months before departure. This is especially important for travel during the high season when tourist demand increases significantly.