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Vaiaku, Funafuti, Tuvalu – Tuvalu Flag

Current Date And Time In Vaiaku, Tuvalu

Sunday, 26 July 2026
05:39:19 TVT
State: Funafuti
Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Timezone: UTC +12:00 (TVT)

✈️ Vaiaku, Funafuti, Tuvalu - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Vaiaku, Funafuti, Tuvalu using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Vaiaku.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Vaiaku with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Vaiaku — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Tuvalu, which includes Vaiaku, follow Left-hand traffic — check road rules for Tuvalu before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Tuvalu's time zone +12:00, country calling code +688 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .TV. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Vaiaku.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side⬅️ Left side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+12:00
📞 Country Calling Code+688
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.TV

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Tuvalu — police 911, ambulance 999, fire brigade 000, general emergency 911. Store these in your phone before you reach Vaiaku. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Vaiaku.

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Police
911
🚑
Ambulance
999
🚒
Fire
000
📞
General
911

📊 Tuvalu At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Tuvalu — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.641
Medium
👤
Life Expectancy
67.3
years
📚
Literacy Rate
100.0%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$6,345
USD / year

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Tuvalu development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Vaiaku for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Vaiaku
Regional Airport • FUN
Funafuti International Airport
Funafuti, TV
1
km away

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Vaiaku's exact coordinates, or Funafuti's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Vaiaku From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Vaiaku to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
Auckland (New Zealand)3,182 km1,977 mi~ 4h 30m
Sydney (Australia)4,018 km2,497 mi~ 5h 29m
Tokyo (Japan)6,426 km3,993 mi~ 8h 19m
Los Angeles (United States)8,102 km5,034 mi~ 10h 17m
Singapore (Singapore)8,424 km5,234 mi~ 10h 40m
Toronto (Canada)11,577 km7,194 mi~ 14h 22m
New York (United States)12,037 km7,479 mi~ 14h 55m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)13,814 km8,584 mi~ 17h
London (United Kingdom)15,234 km9,466 mi~ 18h 40m
Paris (France)15,520 km9,644 mi~ 19h 01m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Vaiaku, Tuvalu is set to Tuvalu Time (TVT) with a current offset of UTC +12:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Vaiaku requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneTuvalu Time (TVT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +12:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time5:39 AM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

💱 Money In Vaiaku — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Vaiaku is the Australian dollar (AUD), written as $. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
$ 1.43
AUD
€ 1 Euro
$ 1.63
AUD
£ 1 British Pound
$ 1.91
AUD
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
$ 1.02
AUD

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 25, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Vaiaku

Knowing which languages are used in Vaiaku helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
English
National language(s):
Tuvaluan

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Vaiaku. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Fakaifou Village (Funafuti, Tuvalu)0 mi0 kmENE
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Senala Village (Funafuti, Tuvalu)0 mi0 kmWest (W)
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Alapi Village (Funafuti, Tuvalu)0 mi1 kmSW
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Funafuti (Funafuti, Tuvalu)1 mi1 kmSW
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Vaiaku Village (Funafuti, Tuvalu)1 mi1 kmSW
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Vaiaku

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Vaiaku is the Great Wall of China (China), about 8,437 km away. Straight-line distances from Vaiaku to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China8,437 km5,242 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico10,571 km6,569 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India11,538 km7,169 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru11,736 km7,292 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil14,225 km8,839 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan15,540 km9,656 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy16,082 km9,993 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

Vaiaku shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Funafuti and Tuvalu. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Funafuti Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Funafuti, including major hub cities.
✈️ Tuvalu Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Tuvalu.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Vaiaku, Tuvalu runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type I socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Vaiaku and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Vaiaku.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
IType I: Two or three flat angled pins
States By Alphabets

🧭 Vaiaku's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Vaiaku

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Vaiaku. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in Vaiaku — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Vaiaku

Vaiaku keeps Left-hand traffic, same as the rest of Tuvalu. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near Vaiaku

The closest airport to Vaiaku is Funafuti International Airport (FUN), about 1 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling Vaiaku From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Vaiaku needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in Vaiaku gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Vaiaku

Vaiaku rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from Vaiaku — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About Vaiaku

ℹ️ Vaiaku OverviewSee the full profile of Vaiaku — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 Vaiaku MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near Vaiaku for distance and direction.
💰 Vaiaku CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Vaiaku

What side of the road do people drive on in Vaiaku?

Vaiaku, like the rest of Tuvalu, drives on the Left. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does Vaiaku use?

Vaiaku runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type I sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in Vaiaku?

In Vaiaku, reach police on 911, ambulance on 999, fire brigade on 000, a general emergency line on 911. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Vaiaku?

Funafuti International Airport (FUN) is the nearest airport to Vaiaku, about 1 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Vaiaku in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Vaiaku runs on Tuvalu Time (UTC +12:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Vaiaku?

Vaiaku shares the official and regional languages of Funafuti and Tuvalu — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in Vaiaku?

No — Vaiaku uses the Australian dollar (AUD), symbol $. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Vaiaku currency page for live rates.