Air New Zealand has cancelled all five of its flights to and from Nadi this evening and tomorrow due to Tropical Cyclone Winston, the fierce storm bearing down on Fiji.
The airline said it was continuing to monitor the situation and would decide tomorrow afternoon whether two flights on Monday would also be cancelled.
It said travellers whose bookings were affected by the ferocious storm could change their flights without penalty.
"People who bought tickets before and including Thursday, for flights to Fiji, Apia, Niue and Tonga scheduled prior to and including Tuesday, can defer or bring forward the trip up until Monday, February 29 without penalty," Air New Zealand said on its website.
"Or if the proposed date of travel is unknown, then the value of the ticket may be held in credit for payment towards travel within the same 12-month validity."
Normal refund rules would apply, including that non-refundable fares remained non-refundable.
Meanwhile, Fijian Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama has warned that his country faces "an ordeal of the most grievous kind" as moves though the Pacific.
With islands already being evacuated, flights cancelled and warnings of winds of up to 315km/h, Mr Bainimarama is calling for people to pray for Fiji and pleading with his countrymen to be prepared.
This afternoon, the PM urged anyone who fears their home cannot "withstand the onslaught" to seek help immediately.
And in a chilling warning, he expressed grave concerns for the lives of people who were still not taking notice of the seriousness of what is about to hit.
"As a nation, we are facing an ordeal of the most grievous kind. We must stick together as a people and look after each other. Be alert and be prepared," Mr Bainimarama said.
"I urge you all, if you haven't already done so, to finalise your own preparations to survive this terrible event. We cannot afford to be complacent.
"I am especially concerned that some people in urban areas of the country in particular do not appear to have heeded the warnings about the seriousness of the threat we all face."
Mr Bainimarama said evacuation centres were prepared to help those who needed it.
"I want to assure the nation that the Government is thoroughly prepared to deal with this crisis. Our evacuation centres are fully operational," he said.
"If you have any doubts about the ability of your own home to withstand the onslaught, I urge you to seek shelter where you are most likely to be safe, and our officials can assist you."
Expressing particular concern for the wellbeing of children and old people, the Prime Minister warned of projectiles flying through the air. He urged people to stay inside.
"I ask parents to be especially careful of the young and the elderly. Do not allow anyone to go outside during the storm itself. The threat of being hit by flying debris is extremely high," he said.
"By now, you should have done all you can to secure your property. Make sure you have adequate food and water, flashlights, candles and lanterns in case the power supply is disrupted, and a battery-operated radio to keep abreast of news of Cyclone Winston's progress."
Mr Bainimarama closed his public address by calling for divine intervention.
"Let us all pray for our nation, ourselves and each other and ask God's blessing on our beloved Fiji."
