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Port Vila

Port Vila

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Population-
City CodeVLI
Popular Airlines
  • Fiji Airways
  • Singapore Airlines
  • Air Caledonia International
Flight Time14~25 hours

The flight time to Port Vila is approximately 14~25 hours. Find out more about the history, economy, climate and transportation options before you visit Port Vila.

Port Vila

Port Vila is the largest and capital city of Vanuatu located in south coast of the island of Efate. With a population of over 40,000 residents, Port Vila is the commercial, economic and administrative center of Vanuatu. Port Vila city is a tax haven city with the main economic activities being agriculture and fishing.

Voice of Travelers to Port Vila

Outstanding vacation in Port Vila

I am Ken from Fiji. Last winter, I took a break from work and flew to Port Vila for vacation. I had a dilemma in choosing the best airline to Port Vila until a colleague suggested the best airline that offered cheapest ticket to Port Vila. I bought a ticket to Port Vila online after the referral and buying the ticket online was cheaper compared to visiting the travel agents who sold their ticket more expensive. “When purchasing a ticket to Port Vila, it is advisable to purchase your ticket weeks prior to your departure, ticket are cheaper during this period”, he added. I traveled using Fiji Airways who apart from being cheaper, also offered a 10% off their ticket for any ticket bought within the festive period. The travel experience and staying in Port Vila was awesome. Tirana residents are very hospitable and friendly people. I came back rejuvenated and I am on course to achieve my goals and I would recommend any one to take a vacation in Port Vila. The city is beautiful and charming.

Birthday adventure in Port Vila

I am Lexm from Brisbane, Australia. I celebrated my birthday in Port Vila last year. I wanted an adventure on my birthday and started planning early last year and timed for the cheapest ticket to Port Vila. I searched online for the cheapest ticket weeks prior my departure to Port Vila. Ticket to Port Vila are cheaper six weeks before your travel time and it is advisable to purchase your ticket six weeks before traveling. On ticket comparison, cheapest ticket to Port Vila was by Virgin Australia, they were offering a 3% off the price of any ticket bought that month. Even though, the flight was short, their flights attendants were friendly and offered great travel experience that I guess was satisfying to everyone.

Port Vila Travel FAQs

Q. How do I buy a ticket to Port Vila?

A. You can purchase a ticket to Port Vila either by buying it online or visiting the corresponding travel companies by yourself. Searching online for the ticket to Port Vila is the best way to compare ticket and choose an affordable ticket to Port Vila. Cheapest ticket to Port Vila can be bought online six weeks before your departure.

Q. How is Port Vila weather?

A. Port Vila experiences a tropical rainforest type of climate with warm or hot weather most of the times of the year. Summers are hot and humid while winters are moderately warm. Most rainfall in Port Vila is in summer while winter is dry with the driest month being September and wettest month being April.

Q. What is the best time to visit Port Vila?

A. Choosing the best time to visit Port Vila is a personal preference however the weather in Port Vila is generally good throughout the year. Weather conditions are at it best from April to October when temperatures are at comfortable range of 18 - 24 degrees celsius.

Q. What is the best airline to get to Port Vila?

A. The best airline to Port Vila is an airline that gets you there without delays and layovers at the best ticket price. A great airline depends upon the crew, traffic and the time of travel. If travelling from Australia, Virgin Australia has direct flight to Port Vila. Some airlines like Fiji Airways and Solomon Airlines do offer direct flight ticket to Port Vila .

Port Vila - Direct Flights to Major Airports

Airports handling direct flights to Bauerfield International Airport •Honiara International Airport (Solomons Islands) •Auckland International Airport (Canada) •Brisbane International Airport (Canada) etc.

Flight Routes to Port Vila

Bauerfield International Airport, located few meters southwest of city center of Port Vila, is a commercial service airport serving Port Vila and is the one of the entry points to Vanuatu through air. The airport is also the hub of Air Vanuatu. One can travel to Port Vila using Solomon Airlines, Virgin Australia, Air Vanuatu or Fiji Airways with the requirements being a valid passport, an air ticket, accommodation ticket and a visa if you don't qualify for a visa waiver program.