Mata-Utu to Suva flights
Suva lies 791 km (491 mi) south-west of Mata-Utu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 46 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.
| Mata-Utu | Suva | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Wallis and Futuna | Fiji |
| Population | 1,200 | 77,366 |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | -9,999 m (-32,805 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+12 (Pacific/Wallis) | UTC+12 (Pacific/Fiji) |
| Nearest large airport | WLS, 5 km out | SUV, 18 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Suva
Crossing from Wallis and Futuna into Fiji: money changes from the Franc to the Dollar (FJD); traffic switches to the left; sockets are AS/NZS 3112; the dialling code becomes +679; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648815 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q2806478.
Airports at each end
Leaving Mata-Utu
Mata-Utu is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Hihifo Airport (WLS), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,890 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Suva
Suva is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Nausori International Airport (SUV), 18 km (11 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,047 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nausori International Airport | SUV | 18 km (11 mi) | 7,047 ft | 17 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Suva from Mata-Utu?
791 km (491 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Mata-Utu.
How long does it take to get from Mata-Utu to Suva by air?
About 1 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mata-Utu and Suva?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Mata-Utu to Suva flights?
Typically Hihifo Airport (WLS) to Nausori International Airport (SUV).
What currency do I need in Suva?
The Dollar (FJD).
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.