YASNFSWSmall Airport

Yasawa Island Airport

Yasawa Island, Fiji29 ft elevation

Plan transport

IATA

YAS

Three-letter passenger code.

ICAO

NFSW

Operational aviation identifier.

Elevation

29 ft

The airport is close to sea level, a detail travelers often notice in coastal weather and approach views.

Coordinates

-16.76, 177.54

Yasawa Island map position.

Airport scale

Small Airport

The airport is easier to read than the largest hubs, but schedules can cluster around regional arrival and departure waves.

Yasawa Island Airport overview

Yasawa Island Airport (YAS) serves Yasawa Island, Fiji. It is listed as a small airport, so this guide focuses on practical location context, airport identifiers, nearby alternates, and the details travelers can verify before planning a route through YAS.

The airport sits at 29 feet above sea level. Its coordinates are -16.7589, 177.5450, which helps travelers compare the airport with city access points and other airports in Fiji.

Nearby alternatives include Blue Lagoon Seaplane Base (BXL) and Turtle Island Seaplane Base (TTL). Compare those pages when checking backup airports, local access, or regional routing across Oceania.

YAS planning callout

Oceania trips often involve long sectors, so protect rest, baggage, and onward domestic connection buffers. For this page, compare YAS with nearby airport links and the Fiji country guide before finalizing route choices.

Yasawa Island Airport unique facts

YAS fact 1

Yasawa Island Airport uses IATA code YAS and ICAO code NFSW.

YAS fact 2

YAS serves Yasawa Island in Fiji.

YAS fact 3

In this directory, it ranks #27 by estimated passenger scale among listed Fiji airports.

YAS fact 4

Across Oceania, this airport ranks #1276 in the current featured airport set.

YAS fact 5

Yasawa Island Airport is classified as a small airport, based on airport type and available passenger estimates.

YAS fact 6

YAS sits 29 feet above sea level.

Yasawa Island Airport facilities

Yasawa Island Airport restaurants

At YAS, check whether dining is concentrated landside or airside before settling near the gate.

YAS lounges

For Yasawa Island Airport, lounge access usually depends on airline, alliance status, cabin, or paid-entry rules.

YAS WiFi

Use airport WiFi for maps, airline alerts, and transport bookings before leaving Yasawa Island Airport.

Yasawa Island airport parking

For departures from Yasawa Island, compare terminal-adjacent parking with long-stay lots and shuttle timing.

YAS accessibility

Request mobility assistance with your airline before traveling through Yasawa Island Airport; same-day help can be slower at peak times.

YAS ATMs

ATMs are most useful for small arrival cash needs in Fiji; compare fees before withdrawing large amounts.

YAS currency exchange

Currency desks at Yasawa Island Airport are convenient after arrival, but city rates may be better for larger exchanges.

YAS car rental

Save YAS as your return point and follow airport rental-car signs rather than only city directions.

Yasawa Island Airport airport hotels

Airport hotels near Yasawa Island Airport are useful for early departures, long layovers, and weather-sensitive connections.

YAS medical help

For urgent health needs at YAS, ask airport staff for first aid or the nearest medical room.

YAS charging

At Yasawa Island Airport, charge devices before boarding if you rely on mobile boarding passes, maps, or rideshare pickup.

YAS business travel

Yasawa Island Airport business travelers should verify lounge, workspace, and fast-track options before peak departure waves.

YAS family travel

Families using YAS should confirm stroller rules, family rooms, and walking distances before security.

Yasawa Island Airport transportation

YAS taxi and rideshare

Taxi or rideshare is the simplest choice at YAS when arriving late or carrying luggage into Yasawa Island.

YAS train or metro

If rail is available at Yasawa Island Airport, compare it against traffic-sensitive road transfers before choosing a taxi.

YAS bus and coaches

Bus service is usually the best-value option for Yasawa Island, but confirm stop location and operating hours for early departures from YAS.

YAS driving and car rental

For rental cars, save the airport code YAS in navigation and follow terminal-specific return signs rather than only city-center directions.

Yasawa Island Airport location

YAS

Yasawa Island Airport

-16.7589, 177.5450

Blue Lagoon Seaplane Base

28 km from YAS

Turtle Island Seaplane Base

30 km from YAS

Nadi International Airport

112 km from YAS

Mana Island Airport

112 km from YAS

Yasawa Island Airport traveler tips

YAS tip 1

Check the departure board before settling in; smaller schedules can cluster around a few busy waves.

YAS tip 2

Weather delays are usually more tied to regional systems than airport elevation.

YAS tip 3

Confirm ground transport availability for late arrivals, especially outside the main city center.

YAS tip 4

For photos and window views, note the field orientation around -16.76 latitude and 177.54 longitude.

YAS tip 5

Morning departures are often smoother when you pre-book parking, rideshare, or rail tickets.

YAS tip 6

Oceania trips often involve long sectors, so protect rest, baggage, and onward domestic connection buffers.

Yasawa Island Airport FAQ

Where is Yasawa Island Airport located?

Yasawa Island Airport (YAS) is located in Yasawa Island, Fiji, at coordinates -16.7589, 177.5450.

What is the IATA code for Yasawa Island Airport?

The IATA code for Yasawa Island Airport is YAS. Its ICAO code is NFSW.

Is Yasawa Island Airport a large airport?

Yasawa Island Airport is classified as a small airport in the OurAirports dataset and reads as a small airport in this guide. The airport is easier to read than the largest hubs, but schedules can cluster around regional arrival and departure waves.

How early should I arrive at YAS?

For Yasawa Island Airport, arrive earlier during morning and evening departure banks. International travelers should generally plan more buffer than domestic travelers, especially if bags or document checks are involved.

What elevation is Yasawa Island Airport?

Yasawa Island Airport is 29 feet above sea level; The airport is close to sea level, a detail travelers often notice in coastal weather and approach views..

Does Yasawa Island Airport have scheduled airline service?

Yasawa Island Airport is marked as having scheduled service in the current airport dataset.

What city does YAS serve?

YAS primarily serves Yasawa Island and the surrounding region.

Are there nearby airports to YAS?

Nearby comparison airports include Blue Lagoon Seaplane Base (BXL) and Turtle Island Seaplane Base (TTL).

What transport should I check first at YAS?

Oceania trips often involve long sectors, so protect rest, baggage, and onward domestic connection buffers. For Yasawa Island Airport, compare fixed-link transit, official taxis, rideshare pickup, and hotel transfer options before arrival.

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