You reach the park by air at National Park of American Samoa: what applies in 2026?

Direct answer

You reach the park by air — flights to Pago Pago, then small planes to the outer islands

Exact conditions

Status: Not required; the stated access rule still applies
Applies to: all visitors
Place or corridor: Pago Pago International Airport on Tutuila; onward flights to Ta'u and Ofu
Effective dates: January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026
Release model: first come

Release detail: Flights are booked with the airlines, not with NPS. NPS names no carrier and publishes no schedule or fare on the pages checked.

Fee detail: Airfare is set by the carriers; NPS publishes no figure. Unknown.

Exceptions and limits

The Tutuila units are reachable by road once you are on the island; the Ta'u and Ofu units require a further flight.

Official source

National Park Service · reviewed August 27, 2026

Located some 2,600 miles southwest of Hawai'i ... flights into Pago Pago International Airport on the island of Tutuila. From there, smaller flights are available to Ta'u and Ofu. ... Given the limited transportation options, visitors are encouraged to plan their travel in advance.

Plan Your Visit - National Park of American Samoa