Funafuti to Tarawa flights
Tarawa lies 1,294 km (804 mi) north-west of Funafuti, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 25 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Funafuti | Tarawa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tuvalu | Kiribati |
| Population | 6,320 | 40,311 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+12 (Pacific/Funafuti) | UTC+12 (Pacific/Tarawa) |
| Nearest large airport | FUN, 0 km out | TRW, 20 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Tarawa
Crossing from Tuvalu into Kiribati: the dialling code becomes +686; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648834 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648835.
Airports at each end
Leaving Funafuti
Funafuti is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Funafuti International Airport (FUN), 0 km (0 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 5,040 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Tarawa
Tarawa is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Bonriki International Airport (TRW), 20 km (12 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,598 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bonriki International Airport | TRW | 20 km (12 mi) | 6,598 ft | 9 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Tarawa from Funafuti?
1,294 km (804 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Funafuti.
How long does it take to get from Funafuti to Tarawa by air?
About 2 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Funafuti and Tarawa?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Funafuti to Tarawa flights?
Typically Funafuti International Airport (FUN) to Bonriki International Airport (TRW).
What currency do I need in Tarawa?
The Dollar (AUD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.