“Pilot was friendly and ensured we enjoyed and were enjoying the flight” – John F

History

Turtle Airways was founded by Richard Evanson in 1979, partly to transport crew and material for the 1980 film, the “Blue Lagoon.” The popular movie, starring Brooke Shields, was filmed on Evanson’s privately owned Turtle Island, an award-winning, five star resort located in the Yasawa Islands. The short, scenic and convenient seaplane flight to the Fiji island is just 30 minutes by air from Fiji’s international airport in Nadi, compared to up to six hours by boat. (Despite the similarity in names, Turtle Airways and Turtle Island are separate companies and serve different, although complementary, needs.

Mission

To offer our passengers a breathtaking low-flying scenic transfer that is safe, reliable, convenient, and fast.

Our Service

Discover the magic of the Fiji Island’s with Turtle Airways. Choose Turtle Airways for your island transfer within the Mamanuca and Yasawa regions, or take an exhilarating sight-seeing tour by seaplane. Turtle Airways is Fiji’s safest and longest serving seaplane company, serving the Fiji Islands for over 30 years. Fly with Turtle Airways, and turn your island transfer into a breathtaking low-flying scenic flight.

The Experience

Imagine yourself taking-off from Nadi’s Wailoaloa Waters, and in a few seconds you catch some of Fiji’s breathtaking views from the air; where you glimpse the radiant coral beneath, enriched by the color and sea-life that call it home. As you soar over this natural wonder, you soon discover the picturesque islands that scatter the crystal clear and turquoise waters of the Fijian seas. As you savor the experience, you find yourself slowly descending and with it the exhilarating yet peaceful feeling that you get, as you skim the surface of the water, and take in a close-up view of the picturesque setting that will be your home for the next few days. Only moments later you’re wading ashore through the shallows, greeted with song and smiles of your new hosts…Exhilarating, Adventurous, Breathtaking & Comfortable – all in one experience.

Resort Transfers – Yasawa and Mamanuca Islands

Our mission is to offer our passengers a breathtaking low-flying scenic transfer that is safe, reliable, convenient, fast and affordable. With limited holiday time in Fiji, our passengers are looking to get more out of their stay. We deliver on this, with flights departing every other hour to the Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands. Frequency in flights reduce your layover time in Nadi, and you’re sure to get that convenient connection that allows for ‘same-day’ transfers. This potentially gives you an extra night or two at your island destination. Getting to your Resort is faster with Turtle Airways – a seaplane flight to the Mamanuca Islands is 15mins, and Yasawa Islands is 30mins.

Resorts served (alphabetical order);

Blue Lagoon Beach Resort, Barefoot Island Resort, Castaway Island, Coral View, Long Beach, Likuliku Lagoon Resort, Malolo Island Resort, Mana Island, Mantaray, Nanuya Island Resort, Navutu Stars Resort, Nabua Lodge, Otto & Fanny, Oarsmans Bay Lodge, Octopus, Paradise Cove, Safe Landing, Tropica Island Resort

*Note – If your resort is not listed above, please contact us by filling out our inquiry form below – we’d be happy to assist you.

Standard Departure Times (Yasawa & Mamanuca Group)

Flights depart Nadi as early as 7am and depart every other hour. Our flight schedule is designed to minimize layover time in Nadi. Exact flight time varies from day to day, depending on passenger arrivals into Fiji.  Our goal is to get you to your Island destination as quickly as possible – and we’ll schedule the flights accordingly.

Scenic Flights – Choose from the below experiences

Turtle Airways offers a limited number of Scenic Flight experiences, but keep checking back, as we plan to expand our offerings soon. ** Mystery Flights – Join us on one of our resort transfers to the Mamanuca or Yasawa Islands for an exclusive low rate. This is offered on a space available basis. *** Visit the shooting location of the Blue Lagoon Movie (1979), starring Brooke Shields and the 2010 Sports Illustrated photo shoot location. Comes complete with a lunch package at Nanuya Island Resort. Enquire for pricing