Pago Pago airport (PPG)

Pago Pago International Airport (PPG), also known as Tafuna Airport, is the main gateway to American Samoa. Opened on 17 March 1942, this aerodrome facilitates regional connectivity and offers direct international routes to Honolulu and Apia, as well as domestic flights to the islands of Fitiuta and Ofu.

Official Website: portadministration.as.gov

Telephone: +1 684 699 9101

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Terminals

The airport has a single passenger terminal that centralises all operations. Built over 50 years ago, it has been expanded on multiple occasions to meet the operational needs of the region.

Annual Traffic (2023): 72,000 passengers.

Information Points

Due to the airport’s scale, passenger assistance is managed directly at airline check-in counters and at the port administration offices located within the premises.

 Location

The airport is located 11.3 km (7 miles) southwest of Pago Pago’s central business district, in the village and plains of Tafuna, on the island of Tutuila.

What services does Pago Pago airport (PPG) offer?

Although the airport is a small terminal, it offers essential services to ensure travellers’ comfort during their time in the facilities. Most commercial services adjust their opening hours to coincide with the arrival and departure times of scheduled flights.

Money and Finance

The airport has cash machines available in public areas. It also features a currency exchange office that usually operates during daytime hours, although international travellers are advised to carry US dollars (USD), which is the official currency in American Samoa.

Food and Drink

Inside the terminal you will find a small café and food stalls offering snacks, quick meals and beverages. These outlets are generally open mainly during peak flight activity periods, especially before departures of Hawaiian Airlines flights to Honolulu.

Shopping

There are convenience shops where you can purchase essential items, newspapers and magazines. There are also outlets selling local handicrafts and island souvenirs. For international passengers, a limited selection of duty-free items is available.

Baggage

In the event of lost, delayed or damaged checked baggage, you should contact directly the offices of the airline you travelled with. Each airline handles its own claims within the arrivals area.

Other Services

The terminal has designated smoking areas located outside the main building. Access to Wi-Fi networks may be available in certain areas under paid or time-limited conditions, depending on the local provider.

Parking services at Pago Pago airport (PPG)

The airport features an open-air parking area conveniently located directly in front of the terminal building, allowing quick access to check-in and arrivals areas.

Public Parking

The airport provides a surface car park for both short- and long-term stays. As the terminal is relatively small, the parking area is just a few metres from the main entrance. The service is subject to charges calculated according to the length of stay (hourly or daily), and payment is usually made at the control booth located at the exit of the area.

Passenger Pick-up and Drop-off

Designated areas are available in front of the terminal for the quick pick-up and drop-off of passengers. For safety reasons and to maintain traffic flow, vehicles may not be left unattended in these transit areas.

Facilities for passengers with special needs

Pago Pago Airport has basic facilities to ensure the mobility of all passengers. However, due to the size and characteristics of the terminal, it is advisable to follow certain guidelines to ensure appropriate assistance.

Assistance for passengers with reduced mobility

Passengers requiring wheelchairs or special assistance to move around the facilities should arrange the necessary services directly with their airline at least 48 hours before departure. This is particularly important for routes operated by Hawaiian Airlines to Honolulu, where boarding procedures may require prior planning.

Infrastructure and accessibility

• Facilities: The terminal is equipped with access ramps and adapted toilets for passengers with physical disabilities.
• Boarding: As the airport does not use boarding bridges for all operations, boarding and disembarking may be carried out via mobile ramps or lifts, making prior notification to the airline essential. In October 2025, the American Samoa Port Administration completed the installation of a new passenger boarding ramp known as AviRamp. This equipment, owned by the port authority and operated by Hawaiian Airlines, significantly improves accessibility by allowing wheelchair access to the aircraft without the need for transfers.
• Parking: Designated spaces are available in the main car park in front of the terminal for vehicles transporting passengers with reduced mobility.