Is it easier to get to Fiji or Bora Bora?

Getting There And Getting Around
Getting to Fiji from the U.S. takes many hours, but it's relatively easy because there are direct flights from LA to Nadi Airport. There are also flights from Vancouver via Honolulu. Traveling to Bora Bora is a bit more complicated, as you have to make your way to Tahiti first.



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In short, the main difference between Fiji and Bora Bora is that Fiji is a more affordable vacation destination with different accommodation options, while Bora Bora is aimed for more luxurious travelers and is also much smaller in size.

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When it comes to planning your South Pacific Island trip, there are many things to consider. When it comes to cost and other worldly scuba diving, Fiji is the most effective choice. However, if you want overwater bungalows and adventure on the island, Bora Bora is a great choice.

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Traveling by plane is the fastest option to get to Bora Bora. However, for the more scenic option, you can arrive by boat. Apetahi Express offers a ferry from Papeete to Bora Bora, with stops along the way to the other islands.

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To get to Bora Bora, most travelers fly into Bora Bora Airport also known as Motu Mute Airport. If you're coming from the U.S., you'll first stop at the Faa'a International Airport in Tahiti. Once you've cleared customs, you'll hop on a 45-minute flight to Bora Bora Airport.

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To properly experience Bora Bora, three days (four nights if arriving late) should be enough. The island is small and there isn't all that much to see. If you're after a pampering luxury holiday of sipping cocktails on the deck of your overwater bungalow, you could probably spend a week (if you can afford that).

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The Cons of Bora Bora
  • It's outrageously expensive. Yes, we stayed in an over-water bungalow at the St. Regis Bora Bora — possibly the most expensive way to see the island. ...
  • Help! I'm trapped in paradise. ...
  • There's not a lot to do or see. Bora Bora is perfect for people who want to sit and enjoy paradise.


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As one of the 118 islands of Tahiti, its allure comes from its unmatched landscape beauty and the richness of Tahitian culture. The people of Bora Bora embrace visitors with the aromatic tiare leis and welcome them with warm smiles and traditional music and dance.

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February, March, June, October, and November are the cheapest times to visit Fiji. These periods are considered the low season, meaning there is a fantastic range of off-peak deals for travellers to take advantage of.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Bora Bora
High season is considered to be November and December. The cheapest month to fly from the United States is April. Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Bora Bora flight deals.

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Both the Maldives and Bora Bora are expensive luxury destinations. In general, it will be easier to spend less on a trip to The Maldives. In the Maldives, 3-star accommodations are available that are highly rated, while in Bora Bora there are very few hotels or resorts that are not 5-star luxury resorts.

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Being an island destination, the best time to visit Bora Bora is during the dry season which is experienced between May and October. This is the time when you get warm and cosy days, plenty of sunshine, least chances of rainfall, all of which make it the ideal time for enjoying outdoor activities.

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The languages spoken in Bora Bora are Tahitian and French. However, due to the high tourism population, many natives of Bora Bora have learned to speak English. Bora Bora is a major international tourist destination, famous for its seaside luxury resorts.

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The Bora Bora Legal Drinking Age
In line with France and other French territories, Bora Bora's legal drinking age is 18, which is also the age of majority in the country. As a result, anyone on the island who is at least 18 years old may legally buy and consume alcohol.

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There are no direct flights from United States to Bora Bora. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Los Angeles Airport - Vaitape Motu-Mute Airport, New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport - Vaitape Motu-Mute Airport and San Francisco Airport - Vaitape Motu-Mute Airport.

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