How to Get to Palau

Airline		Route	Total flight time	Departure from Guam	Arrival in Palau
	United Airlines	Direct	2 hr 40 mins	UA193 Tue/Fri 19:50h UA157 Wed/Thu/Sun 23:40h	UA193 Tue/Fri 21:00h UA157 00:50h (+1 day)

While Guam serves as a key hub for visitors from the US, Canada, and South America, to reach Palau, the journey to Guam involves one or two connecting flights.

For those seeking a more direct and time-efficient path, consider flying directly to Singapore, the vibrant 'Red Dot of Southeast Asia,' and savor the cultural richness during your short layover. Then, elevate your travel experience with a 5-hour flight aboard Alii Palau Airlines/Drukair to reach the enchanting shores of Palau. Say goodbye to the hassles of multiple layovers and baggage inspections.

Airline		Route	Total flight time	Departure from Brisbane	Arrival in Palau
	Air Niugini	Indirect - via Port Moresby POM	8 hr 50 mins incl. layover	Tue 14:40h	Tue 20:30h

For our Australian and New Zealander travelers, Air Niugini offers a well-trodden path to Palau with a layover in the captivating Port Moresby, the capital of Papua New Guinea. Although the flight may not boast extraordinary features, the reasonable flight time ensures you arrive in Palau on the same day at a convenient hour – a valuable bonus for your journey.

Airline		Route	Total flight time	Departure from Brisbane	Arrival in Palau
	Nauru Airlines	Indirect - via Nauru INU, Tarawa TRW, Majuro MAJ, Pohnpei PNI	17 hr 05 mins incl. layover	Thu 22:15h	Fri 14:20h (+1 day)

Experience an island-hopping odyssey with Nauru Airlines, connecting through Nauru, Tarawa, Majuro, and Pohnpei before arriving in Palau. While this journey extends the travel time, it offers a unique adventure for those seeking a more unconventional route.

Airline		Route	Total flight time	Departure from Taipei	Arrival in Palau
	China Airlines CI28	Direct	2 hr 55 mins	Wed/Sat 12:25h	Wed/Sat 17:10h

Discover the favored route of travelers from Europe and Australia, offering a seamless connection to Palau. China Airlines provides a direct and efficient journey, ensuring you reach the pristine shores of Palau with minimal travel time.

As of November 2023, flights from major cities in Europe to Taipei have resumed, rekindling the accessibility of this preferred route. While Sydney to Taipei flights may be on pause, travelers from Australia and New Zealand should certainly consider flying to Palau from Singapore with Alii Palau Airlines. Singapore Airlines conveniently operates flights from major cities in Sydney and New Zealand, all converging at the same terminal (Terminal 3) as the Alii Palau Airlines flight, making check-in a breeze.

Airline		Route	Total flight time	Departure from Manila	Arrival in Palau
	United Airlines UA192	Direct	3 hr 50 mins incl. layover	Tue/Fri 22:40h	Wed/Sat 02:35h (+1 day)

Before the introduction of the Alii Palau Airlines/Drukair flight from Singapore to Koror, this route served as the primary link between Southeast Asia and Palau. However, navigating Manila's urban landscape to catch this flight poses genuine challenges. The persistent after-work traffic in Manila adds a layer of complexity, and the absence of a seamless shuttle service between terminals at Ninoy Aquino International Airport necessitates a buffer of around 5 hours to ensure a smooth check-in at the United Airlines counter at Terminal 3, especially if your connecting flight is stationed in a different terminal.