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Exploring Vanuatu’s remote Banks Islands? Discover flights to Gaua Airport (ZGU), a small but vital air link connecting this volcanic island to the rest of the archipelago.
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Gaua Airport is a small public airport located on the island of Gaua, one of the Banks Islands in Vanuatu’s Torba Province. The airport is served exclusively by Air Vanuatu, operating De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter aircraft on inter-island routes essential to the region’s transportation network.
Airport code
ZGU (ICAO: NVSQ)
Location
Gaua, Banks Islands, Torba Province, Vanuatu
Airlines serving
Air Vanuatu
Popular Routes
Luganville and Sola anchor Gaua’s schedule, connecting the island to Vanuatu’s wider inter-island network.
Route Type
Popular Connections
Domestic
Luganville, Sola, Mota Lava
Onward Connections
Available via Luganville or Port Vila to Vanuatu’s wider network and international flights
Best Time to Book Flights to Gaua
Booking well ahead is recommended for routes into Gaua, given the airport’s limited flight frequency of around 14 flights per month.
About Gaua
Gaua is a remote volcanic island in Vanuatu’s Banks Islands, known for the active Mount Garet volcano and the striking Lake Letas, one of the largest crater lakes in the South Pacific. The island’s unspoiled landscapes and minimal tourism infrastructure make it a genuine off-the-beaten-path destination for adventurous travelers.
Things to Know When Flying Into Gaua
Air Vanuatu is the sole carrier serving Gaua, operating small Twin Otter aircraft suited to the island’s short runway.
Luganville is the airport’s longest route at about 45 minutes.
There are no international flights from Gaua; connections route through Port Vila or Luganville.
Sola and Mota Lava Airports offer nearby alternatives within the Banks Islands group.
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FAQs — Flights to International Airport
Air Vanuatu is the only airline serving Gaua Airport, connecting to Luganville, Mota Lava, and Sola using De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter aircraft.
No, Gaua Airport operates domestic flights only within Vanuatu. International travelers can connect through Port Vila or Luganville.
The flight from Luganville to Gaua takes about 45 minutes and covers approximately 92 miles.
Gaua Airport is located on the island of Gaua, one of the Banks Islands in Vanuatu's Torba Province.
Booking well ahead is recommended for routes into Gaua, given the airport's limited flight frequency of around 14 flights per month.
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