The Complete Guide to Nadi Airport ✈️

Full Map of the Nadi International Airport

Get your bearings and check out the facilities of Nadi International Airport with this full map:

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International Arrival Process

When you arrive at Nadi International Airport on an international flight, you will first encounter Immigration, Customs and Biosecurity.

Before going through these processes, there are bathroom facilities and disposal bins for “risk items” that may not pass through Biosecurity, as well as the likelihood of serenaders to entertain you as you wait in the queue at the Immigration Desk.

Immigration

At the Immigration Desk, you will be required to show your passport and Fiji Passenger Arrival Card. You will not need to show a visa if you are from one of the 100+ countries listed in Do You Need a Visa to Visit Fiji? and are visiting Fiji for up to four months with the main reason to holiday, travel or visit friends and family.

Otherwise, you will need to show your visa to the Immigration Officer.

Baggage Claim

After passing through Immigration, you will collect your baggage at the carrousels. There is also a duty-free store here should you want to make any purchases.

See The Duty-Free Allowances for Fiji to learn how much duty-free goods you can bring to Fiji.

Biosecurity

At Biosecurity, you will be given another opportunity to declare any risk items. Then, your luggage will be scanned through x-ray machines to check for risk items. Your baggage will be returned to you, and then you will have access to the Arrivals Hall and the rest of Fiji!

See what goods to declare in What to Declare When Arriving in Fiji, as well as more advice in Arrival Advice: Biosecurity & Customs in Fiji.

The Full Nadi Airport Arrivals Process

While this is a quick rundown on what to expect during the arrivals process at Nadi International Airport, we have a full guide to this process over at Arriving in Fiji: Airport Customs, Biosecurity & Arrival Process.

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Transiting at Nadi International Aiport

As a travel hub for the South Pacific, Nadi International Airport is a popular airport to transit in when making your way to other South Pacific destinations. Here are a few things to know about transiting at Nadi Airport.

Nadi Airport Transit Lounge

Those travellers transiting in Fiji for less than six hours are permitted access to the Nadi Airport Transit Lounge. The Transit Lounge is well-signed on arrival and has bathroom facilities, as well as duty-free shopping outlets.

Note that transit passengers may be screened for powders, liquids, aerosols and gels, known as PLAG screening. This is a similar security screening before entering your flight.

Transits for Longer Than Six Hours

For transits in Fiji that last longer than six hours, travellers are required to exit through Immigration, Customs and Biosecurity and enter Fiji. Check out the arrival process for entering Fiji in the section above or our complete guide, Arriving in Fiji: Airport Customs, Biosecurity & Arrival Process.

For things to do in Nadi during transit, see our 25 Best Things to Do in Nadi and 5 Best Day Trips from Nadi: Top Places to Visit Near Nadi.

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Departing from Nadi International Airport

When leaving Fiji through Nadi International Airport, arrive two hours before your flight. There are various transfer options, including taxis and airport shuttles.

Check-in at your airline’s counter, then go through security and immigration. Remember to exchange any leftover Fijian dollars before security.

For Fiji Airways flights, checking in early is best for good seats, especially on busy routes to Australia and New Zealand.

For more detailed information on departure procedures, customs, and travel tips, check out our comprehensive Leaving Fiji: Departure Tips & Checklist.

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Nadi Airport Facilities and Services

Plan your travel through Nadi International Airport by checking out the facilities and services found at the airport.

VIP Airport Lounges

Travellers can enjoy a variety of VIP airport lounges at Nadi International Airport, accessible in the Departures Terminal, after going through Immigration. The Fiji Airways Premier Lounge offers guest passes for around FJ$135. This spacious lounge features a 200-seat quiet zone with individual seating, group seating, and booths.

The media room is equipped with a TV showing sports and news, while over 7,000 digital newspapers and magazines are available through the PressReader app.

The lounge’s amenities include toilets, showers, towels, hair dryers, and premium Pure Fiji shower products. It’s also wheelchair accessible. For families, the Lailai Land kids’ play centre is supervised by a qualified nanny, and children’s meals are available upon request.

Business travellers will appreciate the WiFi, business centre, and printing facilities. Power points are conveniently located throughout the lounge. The culinary offerings include a chef-inspired menu, buffet stations, barista coffee, and a full bar. There’s also a Fiji bean cart and a dining area with tables and chairs. The lounge is open for scheduled Fiji Airways flights.

Another option is the Air New Zealand Lounge. Its focal point is a café with a self-service buffet and beverage station. Those seeking relaxation can retreat to the quiet zone. The lounge also provides WiFi, access to multiple power points, and a kids’ zone for younger travellers.

Dining

There is a small number of food and beverage outlets at Nadi Airport in the following areas:

• Domestic Terminal: Domestic Cafe which is open from 5 am to 9 pm.
• International Terminal: KokoNui Bar, Cafe & Restaurant and Burger King.
• Departures Lounge: Burger King and Bula Bar Bistro/Gloria Jeans.
• Arrivals: Cuppabula Cafe.

Shopping

There’s no lack of areas to do some duty-free shopping at Nadi International Airport. The main duty-free retailers are Tappoo and Prouds, which can be found in just about every area of the airport. The stores sell alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, fragrances, cosmetics, jewellery, electrical goods, fashion, news, books, toys, Fijian souvenirs and gifts.

Your largest shopping area is in the Departures Lounge, where a small collection of international brands, such as Rip Curl, are present.

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Phone Network Stores

A Vodafone and Digicel store, and travel agents are also available at Arrivals after going through Biosecurity.

Note that Nadi Airport is the only place where you can pick up tourist SIM cards in Fiji – see The Best SIM Card in Fiji for Travellers for more information.

Currency Exchange and ATMs

Currency exchange bureaus and ATMs can also be found in the Arrivals Hall of Nadi International Airport and the Departures Hall. For recommendations on payment methods when travelling around Fiji, head to What is the Best Way to Pay in Fiji? ATMs have an FJ$2,000 daily withdrawal limit if you use an ATM in Fiji.

Learn more about your currency exchange options in The Best Places to Exchange Money in Fiji.

Airport WiFi

Nadi Airport offers free WiFi throughout the building. You can use it for up to 2 hours or 1 GB of data (whichever comes first). If you need more data, you can purchase 30 minutes or 200 MB for around FJ$7, which is available to purchase from the Secure Your Bag area in the Departures Hall.

For more about internet access, check out How to Get Internet & WiFi in Fiji.

Luggage Storage

Secure luggage storage is available on the ground floor of the Arrivals area. Prices are at a daily rate, even if storing for only part of a day, and are priced based on the type of luggage between FJ$8-FJ$15 per item. Luggage Storage is manned between 5 am and 10 pm.

Car Park

There is a car park at the airport with 179 parking spaces. Both hourly and daily rates are available. Note there are charges for lost tickets.

Lost and Found

If you lose anything at Nadi International Airport, contact the Border Police at the Airport on 679 6722 355 or email borderpolicefj[at]gmail.com.

Learn more about the airports across Fiji in our complete guide, What Are the Airports in Fiji?

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Airport Transfers

There are a number of transport options for getting to and from Nadi International Airport, including buses, taxis, airport transfer shuttles, resort transfer shuttles and event domestic flights to the outer islands.

Check out ALL Fiji Airport Transfer Options: Buses, Helicopters & More.

Otherwise, here’s an overview of airport transfers and transport options from Nadi International Airport:

Ground Transportation Options from Nadi Airport

Airport Transfers

If you have booked an airport transfer, your driver will await your arrival with a sign/placard with your name (or their company name) on it. Check out all of your transfer options in the 15 Best Airport Transfers in Fiji.

Taxis

There are more airport transfer options, including taxis, which you will find outside of the Arrivals Area. Learn more about taking a taxi from the airport in How Much Does a Fiji Airport Taxi Cost?

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Car Rentals

Rental companies will either have an office in the Arrivals Area, or a representative may be waiting just outside the Arrivals Area holding a sign with your name or the car rental company’s name on it. You’ll go through the car inspection process with a representative before hitting the road.

Learn more in our guide, What You Need to Hire a Car in Fiji.

Domestic Flights

If you’re catching a connecting chartered flight to your island resort or a scheduled domestic flight to the outer islands, make your way to the Domestic Terminal of Nadi Airport. This is just a short walk from the International Arrivals Area, keeping the airport building on your right.

Learn more about domestic flights in Domestic Flights in Fiji: Your Guide to Interisland Flights.

Buses

Express buses, travelling through Nadi and along the Coral Coast and Pacific Harbour through to Suva, depart from outside the International Departures Hall, which is a short walk from the International Arrivals Hall, keeping the airport building on your right.

Local buses to Nadi and Lautoka pick up passengers from the Queens Road roadside, just outside the Nadi Airport entrance.

For more details, check out The Cheapest Airport Transfers in Fiji.

For more airport transfer options, such as those provided directly through your resort, check out ALL Fiji Airport Transfer Options: Buses, Helicopters & More.