[2] Previously services had been provided by Chathams Pacific (until 2013)[3] and Real Tonga (until 2020).

[4] Less frequent services connect Vava’u to Ha’apai, Niuafoʻou and Niuatoputapu.

[5] In October 2021 the Tongan Government announced plans for an NZ$172 million upgrade of the airport, including a longer runway, replacement terminal, and renewable energy plant.

[6] The expansion would allow direct flights from New Zealand and Australia,[7] and be funded by a public-private partnership.

[8] In December 2024 acting prime minister Samiu Vaipulu announced the airport would be privatised.