About Nauru Airlines

Nauru Airlines, formerly known as Air Nauru, is the national airline of Nauru, a small island nation in the Pacific Ocean. It was established to connect Nauru with the world, aiming to boost the economy primarily through facilitating the export of phosphate, which was then the country’s main revenue source. Over the years, the airline has played a vital role in linking Nauru to both neighboring Pacific islands and larger international destinations. Its evolution mirrors Nauru's economic shifts, especially responding to the ups and downs in the phosphate mining industry. Besides serving the logistical needs of Nauru, the airline has also been crucial for the transport of people, particularly giving the island’s residents the opportunity to travel abroad for education, medical care, and other essential services. The fleet of Nauru Airlines is modest but adequately equipped to serve its network of routes. Over the years, the airline has modernized its fleet to meet international safety standards and accommodate the geographical challenges of operating in the Pacific region. Such updates also aim to improve the comfort and travel experience of its passengers. The flexibility of its fleet size allows the airline to adjust operations according to the seasonal demand and economic conditions, which is crucial for maintaining sustainability in the volatile market of the Pacific islands. Moreover, the strategic selection of aircraft types is tailored to efficiently handle the diverse nature of its routes, from short island hops to longer international flights. Nauru Airlines provides a range of services that cater to the needs of both the residents of Nauru and international travelers. Its primary focus has been on air passenger transport, but it also offers cargo services which are crucial for the import and export needs of the island. The airline prides itself on its role in promoting tourism in Nauru, showcasing the island’s unique culture and natural beauty. Additionally, it plays an essential logistical role in regional cooperation and connectivity among the Pacific islands, facilitating government, business, and tourism related travel. As a small carrier, Nauru Airlines has consistently worked towards enhancing its service quality and expanding its reach to better serve the needs of its community and contribute to the region's connectivity.

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Anna Lucas
Anna LucasNov 12, 2025
Copa Airlines

I've flown Copa twice, once from Washington, D.C., IAD, and once from Denver, DIA. Both, I thought, were great experiences. When flying from IAD, my flight was delayed from Washington to Panama City, resulting in me missing my connection to Guatemala City. However, although this was annoying, it was handled very well. Because I missed the last connection of the night, the airline put every passenger on the plane up in a hotel in Panama City, a very nice one called Hotel Megatropolis, at no cost to us. They also bussed us there, and gave us meal vouchers. They also automatically rebooked us on the next flight out in the morning, and then gave us a time in the morning to be bussed back to the airport, early enough for everyone to make their connections without a time crunch. I was an 18-year-old female solo traveller for this trip, and I felt very safe and relaxes with this hiccup in the trip. My morning flight to Guatemala City was easy and on-time, and my trip back to Dulles a week later was uneventful. A few months ago, in May, I also flew Copa again from Denver, DIA, to Panama City, and used Copa's stopover program for two days, which was very easy and unproblematic, and then flew from Panama City, to Nassau, Bahamas. I had some issues with seat assignment, where I booked my ticket and it said I had chosen my seats, yet when I checked the reservation a few weeks later, they weren't there, but I called Copa customer service and they were able to help me fix it very quickly, and they spoke good english. This was also a very easy flight otherwise, no hiccups with this trip, and the flights were on-time. I understand some people have had bad experiences with this airline, but I personally have only had good experiences and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to book affordable flights to/from Central and South America, or the Carribean.

4 / 10

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