Cheap flights to American Samoa

If you’re heading to American Samoa from Sydney (SYD), your flight to Pago Pago (PPG) could take anywhere from 21 to 36 hours, depending on the number and length of stops along the way. Average flight times are quite similar for passengers departing from Brisbane. From Melbourne, flight times are generally longer, with each leg averaging anywhere from 26 hours to 59 hours. The longer flight times generally have two long stops in cities along the way. Though this does make the overall transit time longer, in some cases you can enjoy a full day to explore a city like Los Angeles (LAX).

Unfortunately, no commercial airlines currently offer direct flights from Australia to American Samoa. However, you can find some American Samoa flight deals departing from Sydney and Brisbane that feature just one stop in Honolulu (HNL), Hawaii. If you are departing from Melbourne, you can find cheap flights to American Samoa, but expect two stops along the way. Common transit airports include Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), Honolulu’s Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), and San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Flights with Hawaiian Airlines will generally include a stop in Honolulu, while United will take you through US cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles.

If you’ll be staying on ​​the island of Tutuila for the duration of your trip, buses are a cheap, easy, and reliable way to get around. The island’s buses can take you all around Pago Pago and out to the more remote regions of the island. Alternatively, you can pick up a rental car at one of the kiosks at Pago Pago Airport (PPG). If you are visiting the Manu’a Islands, you can select between ferries or air travel. Inter Island Airways offers a daily service between Pago Pago and the island of Tau. Meanwhile, the government-run ferries operate weekly, offering various stops in Tutuila and the Manu’a Islands.

American Samoa is a delight for nature lovers and adventurers. If you love snorkelling, head to the southern side of Ofu where you’ll find the pristine To'aga Beach. Here, you will have easy access to the coral reef as it lies close to the shoreline. It’s best to bring your own snorkelling gear. The National Park of American Samoa lies just north of Pago Pago and is ideal for those who wish to get a glimpse of the native wildlife. Hugging the coastline and heading east from Pago Pago will take you to Breakers Point Trail, then Two Dollar Beach, Aumi Beach, and the beauty of Faga'itua Bay. In this region, you’ll find little bars and cafes where you can enjoy refreshing drinks.

Australian citizens require a passport to visit American Samoa. It must have at least six months of validity and at least one blank visa page. You will also need a return ticket or proof of an onward flight. A copy of this and your passport should be emailed to the Attorney General’s office in American Samoa at least 48 hours before your flight. As an Australian passport holder, you will not need to arrange a visa for stays of up to 30 days. If you wish to stay longer once you’re in the region, you can apply at the office of the Attorney General to extend this visa by an additional 30 days. If you know you will be staying for longer than 60 days or are unsure as to whether you qualify for a visa, you can contact your nearest American Samoa Embassy or Consulate.

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to American Samoa on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Yes. Those touching down at Pago Pago can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Yes. Pago Pago has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Tradewinds Hotel is the closest property to Pago Pago (1.6 km away from Pago Pago).