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Nuku'alofa

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Utungake

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Cheap flights to Tonga from $179 One Way, $332 Round Trip

$332 return flights and $179 one-way flights to Tonga were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Mon, Mar 8 - Mon, Mar 15
AKL
Auckland
TBU
Tongatapu Island
$332 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$332
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Mon, Mar 8 from Auckland to Tongatapu Island, returning Mon, Mar 15, priced at $332 found 1 day ago
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 22
AKL
Auckland
TBU
Tongatapu Island
$333 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$333
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Thu, Oct 8 from Auckland to Tongatapu Island, returning Thu, Oct 22, priced at $333 found 3 days ago
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
AKL
Auckland
TBU
Tongatapu Island
$354 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$354
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Thu, Oct 15 from Auckland to Tongatapu Island, returning Mon, Oct 19, priced at $354 found 4 days ago
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
AKL
Auckland
TBU
Tongatapu Island
$368 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$368
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Thu, Nov 5 from Auckland to Tongatapu Island, returning Thu, Nov 12, priced at $368 found 4 days ago
Mon, Mar 8 - Mon, Mar 15
AKL
Auckland
TBU
Tongatapu Island
$438 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$438
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Mon, Mar 8 from Auckland to Tongatapu Island, returning Mon, Mar 15, priced at $438 found 1 day ago
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 20
HNL
Oahu
TBU
Tongatapu Island
$1,110 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,110
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Sat, Oct 10 from Oahu to Tongatapu Island, returning Tue, Oct 20, priced at $1,110 found 2 days ago
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Nov 4
LAX
Los Angeles
TBU
Tongatapu Island
$1,293 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$1,293
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Mon, Oct 19 from Los Angeles to Tongatapu Island, returning Wed, Nov 4, priced at $1,293 found 15 hours ago
Sun, Oct 18 - Wed, Nov 11
LAX
Los Angeles
TBU
Tongatapu Island
$1,306 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,306
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Sun, Oct 18 from Los Angeles to Tongatapu Island, returning Wed, Nov 11, priced at $1,306 found 1 day ago
Sun, Nov 29 - Wed, Dec 23
SFO
San Francisco
TBU
Tongatapu Island
$1,308 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$1,308
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Sun, Nov 29 from San Francisco to Tongatapu Island, returning Wed, Dec 23, priced at $1,308 found 17 hours ago
Mon, Jan 4 - Thu, Jan 28
LAX
Los Angeles
TBU
Tongatapu Island
$1,308 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$1,308
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Mon, Jan 4 from Los Angeles to Tongatapu Island, returning Thu, Jan 28, priced at $1,308 found 4 hours ago
Mon, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 21
LAX
Los Angeles
TBU
Tongatapu Island
$1,312 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,312
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Mon, Nov 2 from Los Angeles to Tongatapu Island, returning Sat, Nov 21, priced at $1,312 found 1 day ago
Sun, Oct 18 - Mon, Nov 16
LAX
Los Angeles
TBU
Tongatapu Island
$1,312 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$1,312
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Sun, Oct 18 from Los Angeles to Tongatapu Island, returning Mon, Nov 16, priced at $1,312 found 2 hours ago
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Our Top Tonga Apartment Hotels

White Sands Beach Resort Tonga

White Sands Beach Resort Tonga

3 out of 5
Utukehe Beach Kanokupolu
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kanokupolu. Enjoy free parking, a private beach, and room service. Popular attractions Ha'atafu Beach and Mapu'a 'a Vaca Blowholes ...
6.6/10 (30 reviews)
"I was visiting a friend volunteering for the Peace Corps just down the road so my location was critical. Was pleasantly surprised upon arriving at the White Sands resort. My room was well apportioned and very clean. It looked out through palms to a beautiful white sand beach and ocean. They even ..."

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2020

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Fantasy Inn

Fantasy Inn

4 out of 5
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$100 nightly
The price is $115 total per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
$115 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Nuku'alofa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Interisland Ferry Terminal and Ancient Tonga ...
9/10 Wonderful! (26 reviews)
"Very accommodating staff, rental car available directly from property."

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026

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Tanoa International Dateline Hotel

Tanoa International Dateline Hotel

4 out of 5
Vuna Road Nuku'alofa
$239 nightly
The price is $275 total per night from Sep 25 to Sep 26
$275 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Nuku'alofa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Talamahu ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (261 reviews)
"G"

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2026

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Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Vuna Road Nuku'alofa Tongatapu
$99 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
$114 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Nuku'alofa. Enjoy free parking, room service, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7/10 Good! (151 reviews)
"Central"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026

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Paradise First Hotel

Paradise First Hotel

3 out of 5
Bypass Rd Nuku'alofa Tongatapu
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nuku'alofa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Ancient Tonga and Interisland ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
"The host is so kind and helpful - she is very accommodating. And she has the best smile!"

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2026

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Family Friendly Hotels in Tonga

Sandy Beach Resort

Sandy Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
Foa Island Faleloa
Book a stay at this beach resort in Faleloa. Enjoy free parking, a private beach, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attraction Sandy Beach is located ...
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Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Vuna Road Nuku'alofa Tongatapu
$99 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
$114 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Nuku'alofa. Enjoy free parking, room service, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7/10 Good! (151 reviews)
"Central"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026

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Little Italy Hotel

Little Italy Hotel

3 out of 5
Vuna Rd Nuku'alofa Tonga
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nuku'alofa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (115 reviews)
"They need more people for restaurant, it is slow. And waiting time for food is long"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2026

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Mandala Resort

Mandala Resort

3.5 out of 5
Fetoko Island Fetoko Island
Book a stay at this beach resort in Fetoko Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a private beach, and room service. Popular attractions Vava'u Harbor and St. Joseph's Cathedral ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
A Very Special Place. Paradise!
"Mandala Resort was everything my husband and I were looking for and more. This is a very high end spa resort without the high end price. The gourmet meals were beautifully prepared and presented from fresh, healthy ingredients. Lisa's homemade breads and breakfast smoothies were a treat every day. ..."

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2014

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  • 4 people
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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Tonga?
Check out the deals from the 24 airlines that offer flights to Tonga. Whether you want to get comfy in the pointy end of the plane or save dollars in economy, they'll have a seat for you. Make your way to Fua'amotu Intl. Airport (TBU) with one of these trusted carriers:

  • Air New Zealand - 1 flights to Tonga per month
  • Fiji Airways - 1 flights to Tonga per month
  • The Flying Kangaroo - 0 flights to Tonga per month

What is the best airport to fly to in Tonga?
Fua'amotu Intl. Airport (TBU) is the major gateway for this terrific destination. Once you've stepped out of the arrivals area, the options are endless when it comes to adventuring around Tonga.
How much is a flight to Tonga?
Round-trip fares dipped as low as $332 this past week to Tonga, and reached a peak of $1,312. Passengers journeying out of Auckland (AKL) managed to snare one-way flights from just $179.
How to book the cheapest flight to Tonga?
Picking up cheap flights to Tonga is as simple as booking with Orbitz. But if you'd love to make sure you're grabbing the best flight deals around, here are a few tips your wallet will love:

  • Depending on your departure city, click on the 'Nearby airports' function (located under the departure and arrival form fields). At times, other departure points offer better value for money.
  • Also, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option to bring up the fares on days either side of your selected departure. You may be able to pick up cheaper flight deals if your travel dates are flexible.
  • Select 'Show options' to narrow down your search results. You can choose your preferred airline and seating class here. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even select whether you'd like to fly in the morning, afternoon or evening.
  • Once you've settled on your travel dates, don't drag your feet booking a flight. Airfares normally increase as the departure date nears.
  • Make big savings on your vacation by bundling your flights, hotels and car rentals into a package. Your wallet will thank you.
  • Don't fly during the busy season if possible. By avoiding summer and school vacations, you can make amazing savings on your airfare.

What is the best time to book a flight to Tonga?
Generally speaking, the cheapest month to book your airfare is in January. This is closely followed by February then August. When seeking a cheap flight to Tonga, it always pays to be ready to book. Cheap deals emerge in an instant and don't wait around!
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Tonga?
Make a booking on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. Generally, these are the cheapest days to purchase airfares to Tonga. The getaway of your dreams starts with a terrific flight deal!
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Tonga?
If you're looking for cheap flights to Tonga, leave early in the week. Orbitz data from 2020 shows Monday is the most affordable day to travel, followed by Tuesday. Saturday is the most expensive, so avoid this day and do your wallet a favor.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Tonga?
We won't keep you guessing — according to Orbitz data, August is generally the most inexpensive month to fly. Ideal for those who crave a weekend getaway or just a break from it all before the weather turns. Be aware that the costliest time to fly is in the middle of summer, with airfares at their highest in June.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
Orbitz makes it easy to find carriers that offer flexibility. Simply select "Filter by flexible change policies" when searching for your flights and bada bing! We'll show you options that include free cancellation, no change fees and of course, an amazing low price.
What do I need for the flight to Tonga?
It's always smart to be ready for anything when going on a vacation. Remember the following pointers for a smooth, stress-free journey:

  • You'll need to present identification such as a valid passport. To avoid delays while checking in, make sure you reserve your tickets using the same name as your official ID. It's worth having digital copies of your travel documents too, just in case!
  • Pack some extra entertainment for your long trip to Tonga. When you're done watching movies, give your eyes a much-needed break from all that screen time and listen to an audio book.
  • Long-haul flights can get very cold, especially if you're flying overnight. If you prefer not to curl up to a stranger for warmth, pack a jacket and some thick socks.

How many direct flights are there to Tonga?
With 2 flights traveling straight to Tonga each month, it won't be difficult to find one that suits your schedule. Various airlines fly nonstop to this location, including Air New Zealand, Fiji Airways and Qantas.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Tonga?
Experienced travelers have a knack for finding business or first-class airfares to Tonga without the astronomical price tag. Be like them with these helpful tips:

  • Be more flexible with your travel dates and hold out for exclusive offers or sales on business or first-class airfares.
  • A lot of budget airlines offer outstanding business or premium-class seating that doesn't cost a bundle.
  • Make a bid for an upgrade. Some airlines hold online auctions that let you offer a price for a seat at the front of the plane. You may also be able to upgrade with points earned through a loyalty scheme.

What is the best time to go to Tonga?
Tonga is a fantastic place to explore at any time, but August, September and October are the most popular months. If you love a warmer climate, visit from December 1. This is the start of summer when average temperatures fluctuate from 80 ºF to 80 ºF.
Travel tips for Tonga

  • Sydney Opera House is just one must-do during your trip to Tonga. Pick up a car rental and enjoy the convenience of exploring this wonderful attraction — and countless others — at your convenience.
  • If you like the buzz and excitement of major cities, begin your trip in Utungake. This happening destination is the first stop for many travelers to the region.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.