Fiji: Runway repairs at Nausori International Airport July 26-October 26

Event

Fiji Airports Limited will implement restrictions on jet aircraft at Nausori International Airport (SUV) from July 26 through October 26 during runway repairs. During the construction period, no direct international flights will be allowed to operate at SUV. Fiji Airways announced that all direct flights from Auckland (New Zealand) and Sydney (Australia) to SUV will be canceled and will instead operate out of Nadi International Airport (NAN). Smaller aircraft providing domestic service at SUV will not be affected by the repair work. According to Fiji Airways, all affected passengers will be re-booked to fly to NAN with a connecting flight to SUV. Disruptions such as crowded conditions and an increased demand for flights are possible at NAN and SUV during the repair period.

Advice

Potentially impacted travelers are advised to monitor developments to the situation, anticipate related flight disruptions, and to contact their airline for further information.