The flight distance from Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States to Vatukoula Airport (VAU) in Vatukoula, Fiji is 11,829 kilometers (7,350 miles / 6,387 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west southwest at a heading of 259°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Fiji. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:11 in Tampa, it's 20:11 in Vatukoula. With a 17-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Vatukoula (VAU) to Tampa (TPA) follows a heading of 65° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Tampa International Airport (TPA) and Vatukoula Airport (VAU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.