Suva travel guide

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You're Going to Love Suva

With 77.366 inhabitants, Suva is the most populous city in Fiji. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Suva deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Suva

If you’re looking for affordable options, Levuka Restaurant (584 – 618 Victoria Parade) and Sirocco - Holiday Inn Suva (501 Victoria Parade) are great picks.

When to visit Suva

Suva in March
Estimated hotel price
$129
1 night at 3-star hotel
Suva in March
Estimated hotel price
$129
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Suva in January, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is June, when it can get as cold as 68 °F, with an average temperature of 73.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 14.2″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Suva, with an average rainfall of 4.7″.

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How to Get to Suva

Plane

When flying to Suva, you’ll arrive at Suva Nausori (SUV), which is located 18 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Suva from the United States departs from Honolulu and takes around 11h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Suva is to pick up a car rental from Nadi, which is about 113 km from Suva. You’ll find branches of Coastal Cars and Payless, among others, in Nadi.

Plane

When flying to Suva, you’ll arrive at Suva Nausori (SUV), which is located 18 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Suva from the United States departs from Honolulu and takes around 11h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Suva is to pick up a car rental from Nadi, which is about 113 km from Suva. You’ll find branches of Coastal Cars and Payless, among others, in Nadi.

Airports near Suva

NANNadi

Airlines serving Suva

British Airways
Good (4,615 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,256 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,978 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (930 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (528 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (960 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (554 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,775 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (314 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (267 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (320 reviews)
Fiji Airways
Excellent (140 reviews)
Air Tahiti Nui
Excellent (43 reviews)
Air Niugini
Excellent (1 reviews)
Aircalin
Good (8 reviews)
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Where to stay in Suva

From 5-star hotels such as the Grand Pacific Hotel to great affordable options like the Suva Motor Inn, Suva offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $80 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $181 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Suva

Most booked hotels in Suva

Toberua Island Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 124 reviews)
$323+
Grand Pacific Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, 611 reviews)
$184+
Holiday Inn Suva
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 486 reviews)
$156+
Novotel Suva Lami Bay
4 stars
Excellent (8, 304 reviews)
$124+
Classixx Inn
0 stars
Good (7.6, 76 reviews)
$35+
Peninsula International Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.1, 78 reviews)
$67+

Renting a car in Suva

Renting a car in Suva costs $87 per day, on average, or $174 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 15% cheaper than airport locations in Suva.

Expect to pay $5.07 per gallon in Suva (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $60.87 and $81.16. The most frequently booked car type in Suva is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Prius c or similar) are, on average, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Suva costs $87 per day, on average, or $174 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 15% cheaper than airport locations in Suva.

Expect to pay $5.07 per gallon in Suva (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $60.87 and $81.16. The most frequently booked car type in Suva is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Prius c or similar) are, on average, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.