Major city · Solomon Islands
Auki
Spend 1 day in Auki to see the harbour, Onebulu Beach and Langa Langa Lagoon; add a night if you need a base for Malaita trips.
Auki, the capital of Malaita Province, offers a small harbour, a few beaches and basic accommodation. One full day covers the main sights; a night is useful if you plan to explore surrounding villages or need a rest after the ferry from Honiara.
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More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- SBD
- Best months
- May–Oct
- avoid Feb–Mar (rainy)
- Airport
- AKS
- Nights
- 1
Not a trip line yet
Rules in force · 5
- Oceania ↗Oceania's island states guard their farms and reefs at the border: tick 'yes' on the arrival card for any food, plant, animal product, soil or used outdoor gear, and let the officer decide.
- Oceania ↗Across the tropical South Pacific, cyclones are possible from November to April: choose insurance that covers weather delays and keep one spare night before a long-haul departure.
- Melanesia ↗Malaria is present in Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and parts of Vanuatu (not Fiji or New Caledonia): ask a travel clinic about tablets before you go.
- Solomon Islands ↗Many nationalities receive a visitor permit on arrival with an onward ticket, but rules vary: check Solomon Islands Immigration for your passport before booking.
- Solomon Islands ↗Most land and reefs are under customary ownership: pay custom fees for visits, snorkelling or diving where asked, and ask before using a beach or taking photos.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Auki999 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Auki, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Solomon Islands dollar (SBD, SI$).Solomon Islands-wide
- SIM or eSIMOur Telekom and bmobile-Vodafone sell SIMs in Honiara with your passport.Solomon Islands-wide
- Tap waterNot safe from the tap in Honiara; lodges use rainwater — treat or ask for boiled or filtered water.Solomon Islands-wide
- TippingRestaurants and hotels: Not expected.Solomon Islands-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets G/I. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): fits. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Solomon Islands-wide
- SafetyAuki is generally safe for visitors; main health concern is malaria, and transport can be rough on sea.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels and lodges; basic or none in villages.Solomon Islands-wide
- Emergency numbers999 police · 911 ambulance · 988 fire
- Sundays & holidaysMost shops close Sunday; government offices close on public and provincial holidays; some lodges close in the wet season.Solomon Islands-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportAKS Auki Gwaunaru'u Airport (Two daily 30‑min flights from Honiara (Solomon Airlines).).
- Getting aroundWalk or bike; roads to Gwanaruu and Bila are poorly maintained, so avoid car travel.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- AKS Auki Gwaunaru'u Airport (Two daily 30‑min flights from Honiara (Solomon Airlines).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
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Mar
Avoid
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Apr
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May
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Jun
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jul
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Oct
Best
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Nov
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Dec
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Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Feb–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Jan (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jun (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jan (15 rain days), driest Jun (9). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Auki: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15 rd
Feb
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24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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Mar
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Apr
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May
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
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Jun
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9 rd
Sep
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
10 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk or bike; roads to Gwanaruu and Bila are poorly maintained, so avoid car travel.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Onebulu Beach
goDoor to door: ≈15 min
Walk north from town centre, about 10 min
Good for a quick swim and sunset.
Langa Langa Lagoon
goDoor to door: ≈45 min total
Boat from Auki Harbour, 20 min ride
Visit traditional canoe makers.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Geiruts Motel
Basic rooms, central near harbour.
Auki Gateway Lodge
Lodge with restaurant, near market.
Rarasu Motel
Simple accommodation, walkable to beach.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- SI$30–45 excl. bed
- Mid
- SI$45–70 excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel room1 × 1 night × SBD 15 | SBD 15 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × SBD 30 | SBD 30 |
| Ferry Honiara → Auki (one way)1 × SBD 300 · SI$300 one‑way (2021 price, check for updates). | SBD 300 |
| Solomon Airlines flight Honiara → Auki (one way)1 × SBD 120 · Approximate fare, check current schedule. | SBD 120 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | SBD 47 |
| Trip total≈ SBD 512 per person per day, bed included | SBD 512 |
Typical rates for Geiruts Motel.
2026 estimate in SI$; flights and international transport excluded.
Prices of common things
| Fish market snack | SI$2–5 |
| Bottled water (1 L) | SI$1–2 |
| Ferry ticket (one way)check | SI$300 |
| Domestic flight (one way)check | SI$120 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Ferry can be rough in bad weather; bring snacks as supplies run low on return.
- Malaria risk – take prophylaxis and use repellent.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 999
- Ambulance
- 911
- Fire
- 988
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Emergency
- Police999
- Ambulance911
- Fire988
Embassy
US consular services are in Honiara; see /solomon-islands/visa-requirements for details.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Ferry Honiara → Auki: SI$300 one‑way, about 4 h (check)
- Solomon Airlines flight Honiara → Auki: ≈SI$120, 30 min
Say or show
- Halo — Hello
- Hao hia? — How much?
- Wea iap i? (Onebulu?) — Where is the beach?
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Auki. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Oct · avoid Feb–Mar (rainy) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Auki
- secondaryWikivoyage: Auki, revision 5085946 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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