CHUUK -- HOW TO GET THERE
by Sport Diver
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HOW TO GET THERE
If you are flying to Chuuk, there is a small airport in the capital city of Weno. Most islands in Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) have airports of some kind and many offer island-hopper service between islands. Continental Airlines offers flights to Chuuk via Guam and Honolulu. Continental or other airlines may offer additional flights to Chuuk, so be sure to check the airline websites for the most current flight information.


Flying time
A typical itinerary might include the following flights: five hours from Los Angeles to Honolulu, seven hours from Honolulu to Guam, two hours from Guam to Chuuk.

Please check with the discount travel websites like kayak.com, travelocity.com, or orbitz.com for the latest information on airfares and airlines servicing FSM and Chuuk.


Getting Around
Taxis: Generally available in main cities
Car rental: Several rental car agencies operate in the main island cities.


For more on getting to and around in Chuuk, check out the Chuuk State Visitor's Bureau at visit-fsm.org/chuuk/.


Or contact them at this address:
PO Box FQ
Weno, Chuuk
FSM 96942
Phone: 691-330-4133
Fax: 691-330-4194
Email: cvb@mail.fm

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