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It’s important to find out what airports in Montego Bay you can fly to when planning your trip.
When jetting off to Montego Bay, you’ll likely be landing at Sangster International Airport (MBJ). As your gateway to the island, it’s close to popular destinations like Negril, Falmouth, and Runaway Bay.
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Popular Apia flight routes
There are several direct flight routes to Apia from Australia, Fiji, New Zealand and the US. The main carriers servicing Apia are Fiji Airlines, Virgin Australia, Samoa Airways, Air New Zealand and Qantas, making it straightforward to book a major airline to your tropical destination.
The most popular direct flight routes are:
- Brisbane to Apia (BNE-APW)
- Nadi to Apia (NAN-APW)
- Auckland to Apia (AKL-APW)
- Honolulu to Apia (HNL-APW)
Apia weather and climate
Apia experiences warm and humid weather year-round, making it a great hot weather destination. The average tempeature for the year is 26 °C (79 °F).
However, it lives up to it's tropical name with a typical rainy and dry season.
Dry season (May - October):
Expect low rainfall and lots of sunshine in the dry season, particularly from June to September. The temperature tends to oscilate from 24°C to 30°C (75°F to 86°F), making it a great time to explore the natural beauty of the city.
Wet season (November - April):
There tends to be more frequent rainfall and thunderstorms during these months, with February and March generally the wettest. While it may rain everyday in this period, it usually comes in short bursts and clears up quickly. The temperature is also more hot and humid, hovering around 28°C to 31°C (82°F to 88°F).
Places to visit in Apia
Apia combines gorgeous beaches, cultural traditions, warm hospitality and bustling markets, creating the perfect city-meets-island-paradise. Here are a few things to tick off your to-do list while in Apia.
- Palolo Deep Marine Reserve: Located just a five-minute walk from central Apia, this is where you can snorkel, swim and explore walls of coral and tropical fish. Gear is available for hire and shower and change room facilities are provided. Be sure to plan for your trip for high tide, as it's too shallow to snorkel at other times.
- Samoa Cultural Village: Immerse yourself in local traditions, where you can weave your own plate, experience a fiafia cultural performance (including fire dancing) and see how a Samoan tatau (tattoo) is applied.
- Papase'ea Sliding Rock: Head into a lush rainforest to experience a natural waterslide, skimming down a 16-foot volcanic rock into water! Further along you'll also find a smaller 'kid's slide' and 'women's slide' if you're not feeling as adventurous. This natural playground is located 15 minutes outside of Apia.
- Robert Louis Stevenson Museum: The former home of the Scottish author is now a museum, where you can explore his work and memoribila. Stevenson, who wrote the book, Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, was well liked by the local community and upon his death in 1894, was buried on the top of Mount Vaea, overlooking Apia and the sea.
- Markets: Apia has several markets worth exploring, allowing you to try traditional cuisine and browse crafts made by local makers. Fugalei Market (Market Fou) is the place for fresh produce and Samoan food, while the Savalalo Flea Market is a treasure trove of cultural handicrafts. Head to the Apia Night Market for all things street food.
Transport in Apia
Apia is a walkable city, with many sights in walking distance. However, the weather, both heat and rain, can make this somewhat uncomfortable. Taxis are a safe and reasonably affordable way to get around, although you'll need to negotiate the fare before setting off on your journey.
Apia's public buses, known for their vibrant colors and designs, are an incredibly cost-effective transport option. However, they don't tend to run to a schedule, so you'll need to allow for extra travel time. If the bus is full, be prepared to experience the common practice of lap sitting, where passengers sit on each other's laps.
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