Lautoka
city · Fiji
Overview
Lautoka is a regional capital in Fiji.
It is home to around 52,000 people.
On the map it sits in Oceania, in the southern hemisphere.
Nadi International Airport (NAN) is the closest airport, roughly 16 km away.
Key facts
| Country | Fiji |
|---|---|
| Population | 52,500 |
| Timezone | Pacific/Fiji |
| Nearest airport | Nadi International Airport (NAN), 16 km |
| Currency | FJD |
Where Lautoka is
Lautoka sits in Fiji, in the southern part of Oceania.
Suva lies about 118 km to the south-east, Nadi lies about 21 km to the south and Lami lies about 115 km to the south-east.
Getting there
The usual way in is to fly. Your nearest airport is Nadi International Airport (NAN), roughly 16 km away.
Alternative gateways include Malolo Lailai Island Airport (PTF, 32 km); Mana Island Airport (MNF, 38 km).
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Find flights to Lautoka →arrives NAN (16.2 km away)
Getting around
The town is easy to cover on foot, with taxis handy for longer hops or reaching nearby spots. If you drive, remember traffic here keeps to the left.
Best time to visit
The climate here is broadly tropical (southern hemisphere): hot for much of the year with a distinct wet season; the cooler, drier window is the most comfortable time to travel.
Reasons to visit
A few reasons Lautoka is worth your time: a handy base for the surrounding area, with several places within day-trip reach; straightforward access by air through NAN.
Day trips & nearby
For day trips, several places sit within easy reach: Suva (118 km to the south-east); Nadi (21 km to the south); Lami (115 km to the south-east); Sigatoka (59 km to the south); Ba (25 km to the east).
Good to know
The currency is the FJD (Dollar).
The main language spoken is English.
Clocks run on Pacific/Fiji time.
Traffic drives on the left.
How long to stay
For a first visit, allow 3–5 days to see the main sights at a comfortable pace.
Where to stay in Lautoka
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Getting around Lautoka
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Common questions
- What is the nearest airport to Lautoka?
- Nadi International Airport (NAN) is the closest airport, about 16 km away.
- When is the best time to visit Lautoka?
- The drier season is generally the most comfortable time to visit.
- What is near Lautoka?
- Suva is one of the closest places, about 118 km away, with others within day-trip range.
- Which country is Lautoka in?
- Lautoka is in Fiji.
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Sources & method
- GeoNames — population · retrieved 2026-09-18
- OurAirports (derived) — nearestAirports · retrieved 2026-09-18
Data compiled 2026-09-18 · editorial checks: passed. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.