LinuaAbout Linua
Linua is a small island in the Torres group of Vanuatu’s Torba Province in the far north of the country, notable primarily for hosting the islands’ air access. The island is low-lying and sparsely developed.
The key feature on Linua is a small airstrip that provides the principal scheduled and charter aviation link for the Torres Islands, used by national domestic carriers and private flights. There are few permanent facilities beyond basic shelters and airstrip infrastructure.
Linua lies among the northernmost islands of Vanuatu, close to the larger island of Lo and forming part of the remote Torres Islands cluster within Torba Province.
- Airstrip access: The island hosts a small airstrip that functions as the primary air access point for the Torres Islands, making it important for passenger and supply connections.
What to See#
- Linua Airport: A single-runway airstrip serving the Torres Islands, used for domestic flights and island access; facilities are minimal and primarily support scheduled and charter services.
Best Time to Visit Linua
The dry season (May-October) is safest for travel to remote outer islands like Linua.
Weather & Climate near Linua
Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (3285 mm/year), wettest in January.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 24° - 30° | 27° | 404 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 24° - 30° | 27° | 379 mm | - | - | 2.1 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 24° - 30° | 27° | 377 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 24° - 30° | 27° | 355 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 24° - 30° | 27° | 393 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 24° - 29° | 26° | 197 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 23° - 29° | 26° | 174 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 23° - 29° | 26° | 179 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 23° - 29° | 26° | 166 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 23° - 30° | 27° | 189 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 24° - 30° | 27° | 235 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 24° - 31° | 27° | 237 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
How to Get to Linua
Linua is served by small inter-island flights and local boat connections from larger Vanuatu hubs like Luganville (Santo). Schedules are limited and weather-dependent; coordinate with regional carriers.
Tips for Visiting Linua
- If flying in, know that Linua's airstrip (Linua Airport, IATA: LNV) is small - check schedules carefully and expect irregular flights.
- Bring cash and basic supplies; island services are minimal and local vendors may not accept cards.