Solomon Islands Travel Status

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Travel to the Solomon Islands remains possible, but travellers should watch for current airline schedule changes and new entry procedures. Solomon Airlines is operating a reduced international schedule, while the Solomon Islands has introduced a new electronic visa system.

International flights continue

International passenger services continue to operate to and from the Solomon Islands. However, travellers should pay particular attention to schedule changes affecting Solomon Airlines.

Reduced Solomon Airlines schedule

Solomon Airlines moved to a single international aircraft operation from 16 September to 30 November 2026. The airline has revised frequencies and operating days across parts of its international network.

Brisbane and Honiara

Solomon Airlines’ revised schedule includes three weekly outbound Brisbane-Honiara services, with return services from Honiara to Brisbane operating on different days of the week.

Other regional connections

Solomon Airlines continues to operate regional services involving destinations including Nadi and Port Vila, although travellers should check current schedules because frequencies and operating days can change.

Honiara International Airport

Honiara International Airport is the country’s principal international gateway and continues to handle scheduled passenger flights.

New electronic visa system

The Solomon Islands Government introduced a new Electronic Visa System in September 2026. Visa applications and decisions can now be processed through the government’s online system.

Check before travelling

Travellers should confirm whether they need to obtain a visa through the new electronic system before departure. Requirements depend on nationality and the purpose of travel.

Political gatherings

Parliamentary sittings and major political events can attract gatherings in Honiara, particularly around Parliament House and nearby government areas. Travellers should avoid demonstrations and large crowds.

Crime

Travellers should take ordinary precautions against theft and other crime, particularly in Honiara and after dark.

Road travel

Road conditions can be poor outside central Honiara, particularly after heavy rainfall. Travellers should allow additional time when travelling overland.

Tropical weather

The Solomon Islands can experience tropical cyclones, heavy rainfall and flooding. Severe weather can disrupt flights, ferries, roads and other transport.

Earthquakes and tsunamis

The Solomon Islands lies in a highly seismically active part of the Pacific. Travellers should be familiar with local tsunami procedures and follow official instructions after strong or prolonged earthquakes.

Solomon Airlines reduces international operations

From 16 September 2026, Solomon Airlines moved to a single international aircraft operation following a review of fleet availability, network requirements and market conditions.

Reduced schedule continues through November

The revised international operation is currently planned to continue until 30 November 2026. The airline says its second Airbus A320 is expected to return during December, subject to return-to-service requirements.

Some international flight days have changed

The revised schedule affects services involving Brisbane, Honiara, Port Vila and Auckland. Travellers with existing bookings should verify their departure date and flight time directly with the airline.

New Electronic Visa System

The Solomon Islands Government officially implemented a new Electronic Visa System in September 2026 as part of wider border-management reforms.

Normal overall safety advice

Current Australian travel guidance continues to advise travellers to exercise normal safety precautions in the Solomon Islands overall, although higher advice levels apply in some areas.

Check your airline and individual flight before departure, particularly if travelling with Solomon Airlines.

Confirm whether your original flight date or departure time has changed under the revised international schedule.

Check the new Solomon Islands electronic visa requirements applying to your nationality before travelling.

Make sure your passport meets the applicable validity requirements and carry evidence of your return or onward journey if required.

Monitor official weather information because tropical storms, heavy rainfall and flooding can disrupt transport.

Avoid demonstrations and large political gatherings, particularly around government buildings in Honiara.

Travel Status is designed to highlight significant changes that could affect a trip. It is not a replacement for official immigration, airline or government advice.