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Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU)
Fua'amotu International Airport is an international airport serving Nuku'alofa (Tongatapu), Tonga. Its IATA code is TBU and its ICAO code is NFTF. It has 2 runways, the longest 2,681 m long.
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Airport facts
- IATA code
- TBU
- ICAO code
- NFTF
- City
- Nuku'alofa
- Region / province
- Tongatapu
- Country / territory
- Tonga
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 21.2414° S, 175.1492° W
- Elevation
- 38 m (126 ft)
- Time zone
- Pacific/Tongatapu (UTC+13:00)estimated from location
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 2,681 m (8,795 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 2,681 m8,795 ft | Asphalt |
| 17/35 | 1,509 m4,951 ft | Grass |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
9,327 km
Direct flight: ≈ 12 h 10 min
Hanoi (HAN)
9,791 km
Direct flight: ≈ 12 h 45 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
9,246 km
Direct flight: ≈ 12 h 5 min
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Flight information (AFIS) AFIS | 322.600 MHz |
| Flight information (AFIS) AFIS | 884.600 MHz |
| Approach APP | 118.500 MHz |
| Ground GND | 121.900 MHz |
| Tower TWR | 118.500 MHz |
Air freight to and from Fua'amotu International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Nuku'alofa through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Tonga
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Vava'u International Airport | VAV | 320 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Fua'amotu International Airport?
The IATA code of Fua'amotu International Airport is TBU and its ICAO code is NFTF. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Fua'amotu International Airport located?
Fua'amotu International Airport is in Nuku'alofa, Tongatapu, Tonga, at coordinates 21.2414° S, 175.1492° W and an elevation of 38 m (126 ft).
How far is Fua'amotu International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Fua'amotu International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 9,246 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 9,791 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 9,327 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 12 h 5 min.
How long is the runway at Fua'amotu International Airport?
The longest runway at Fua'amotu International Airport is 2,681 m (8,795 ft) long, with a asphalt surface. The airport has 2 runways in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Fua'amotu International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.