Nadi Airport is Fiji's main international gateway, located approximately 9 km from Nadi town center on the main island of Viti Levu.
It is the entry point for the Coral Coast, Denarau Island, and ferries/seaplanes to the Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands.
How to get to Nadi International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to NAN
Parking near Nadi International Airport
The airport operates an official parking lot directly in front of the terminal.
Video surveillance is in place, with rates remaining moderate.
How to get to Nadi from NAN
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Airport transfers you can book in advance
Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.
Nadi International Airport Private SUV Transfer to Your Hotel
Nadi Airport to Fiji Marriott Momi Bay
Fiji Marriott Momi Bay to Nadi Airport
Private SUV: Nadi Airport to Denarau/Nadi Hotels
Car rental at Nadi International Airport
The most prominent car rental companies operate with desks in the arrivals area.
You'll need to bring a driver's license, passport, and credit card; the agency will almost always also request an International Driving Permit.
Hotels near Nadi International Airport
Airport and Queens Road
3-7 minutes by car from the terminal for the hotels on Queens Road; the Nadi Airport Transit Hotel can be reached in about 2 minutes by taxi.
Best for: One-night stopovers and dawn departures, when a few minutes' transfer matters more than the beach.
- A few minutes from the terminals, useful for the most common international flights at dawn
- Tropical gardens and a pool as the only evening diversion, convenient for those who just want to rest
- No beach within walking distance: reaching the sea still takes 10-30 minutes by car
- A transit area along Queens Road, with little to do on foot in the evening
Recommended hotels
- Mercure Nadi Five acres of tropical gardens around a central pool, 7 minutes by car (about 3.4 km) from the airport; airport shuttle and the Rokete restaurant for those who don't want to go out. View availability
- Novotel Nadi 5 minutes from the airport, overlooking 42 acres of tropical gardens; designed for both families and business travellers, with conference rooms on site. View availability
- Nadi Airport Transit Hotel About 2 minutes by taxi from the terminal (Westfield City area), designed for those who just need to sleep between two flights without reaching the coast. View availability
Wailoaloa Beach and Nadi Bay
About 10 minutes by car from the airport (8 km to Nadi Bay Road), without having to cross through central Nadi.
Best for: Those who want a real beach a few minutes from the airport, without going all the way to Denarau.
- Wailoaloa beach right on the sea, much closer to the airport than Denarau
- Sunsets over the open sea, different from the view towards Denarau and the islands
- Smaller and less sheltered beach than Denarau's, with fewer shops and restaurants around
- Evening connections to central Nadi only by taxi
Recommended hotels
- Wyndham Garden Wailoaloa Beach Fiji Direct access to Wailoaloa beach, about 1 km from the airport; fully renovated in June 2025, with an outdoor pool and spa. View availability
- Ramada Suites by Wyndham Wailoaloa Beach Fiji Suites with a kitchenette on the same Wailoaloa beach, designed for families or longer stays. View availability
- Crowne Plaza Fiji Nadi Bay Resort & Spa by IHG On the shores of Nadi Bay, on Nadi Bay Road, about 8 km (10 minutes) from the airport; same beach area as Wailoaloa but with more resort services and an in-house spa. View availability
Denarau Island
About 20 km and 25-30 minutes by car from the airport; most resorts arrange private transfers by reservation.
Best for: Those seeking an all-inclusive resort with beach, pools and a golf course, accepting a 25-30 minute transfer from the airport.
- Large resorts with several pools, private beaches and a marina with shops and restaurants
- Starting point for ferries to the Mamanuca and Yasawa islands
- Longer transfer from the airport than Wailoaloa or central Nadi
- Noticeably higher prices than other areas of Nadi
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
As the country's primary air gateway, the terminal is appropriately sized to handle heavy tourist traffic. The walk from check-in to the gate typically takes 10–15 minutes.
An arrival time of 3 hours before international departures is recommended.
Map of Nadi International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Do you need a visa for Fiji?
No, for most Western nationalities, including Italian, for tourist stays of up to 4 months.
Q. Is Nadi the departure point for the Mamanuca and Yasawa islands?
Yes, most ferries and seaplanes to the smaller islands depart from Nadi or Denarau Island, a few minutes from the airport.
Q. When is cyclone season in Fiji?
From November to April: always check the weather forecast if travelling during this period, since disruptions to connections can occur.
Q. Is it better to stay in Nadi or on Denarau Island?
Denarau offers all-inclusive resorts with private beaches, convenient as a base for the islands; central Nadi is cheaper and more practical for those with early morning flights.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
