Which airports can I use when flying from Wellington to Port Vila?

Flights from Wellington to Port Vila usually depart from Wellington (WLG) and arrive at Port Vila Bauerfield (VLI).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Wellington to Port Vila?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Wellington to Port Vila.

Which airports do connecting flights from Wellington to Port Vila pass through?

One-stop flights from Wellington to Port Vila most commonly connect through: • Auckland Intl (AKL) – 81% of one-stop connections • Christchurch (CHC) – 13% of one-stop connections • Nadi (NAN) – 6% of one-stop connections Auckland Intl (AKL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Wellington to Port Vila?

On the Wellington to Port Vila route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 61%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $695 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,757 – a $1,062 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Wellington to Port Vila?

A direct flight from Wellington to Port Vila takes 0h 00m, covering 4,341 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Wellington to Port Vila?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Wellington to Port Vila changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,004 to $2,397. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Wellington to Port Vila?

Flying via Auckland Intl (AKL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 23m, compared to 20h 57m via Christchurch (CHC) and 21h 54m via Nadi (NAN).

What is the time difference between Wellington and Port Vila?

Port Vila is 1 hour behind Wellington (Vanuatu Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Wellington to Port Vila flight?

Return flights from Wellington to Port Vila range from $705 to $1,135, with an average of $994 over the past 12 months. Anything below $705 counts as a good deal.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Wellington to Port Vila?

Auckland Intl (AKL) is the most popular stopover for the Wellington to Port Vila route. 81% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via AKL.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Wellington to Port Vila?

Flights via Auckland Intl (AKL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $950. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Wellington to Port Vila, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Auckland Intl (AKL) had the shortest average connection time for Wellington to Port Vila stopovers at 312 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $705-$1,135

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Shortest trip • 20h 57m (one-way)

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Wed, 6 Jan - Wed, 13 Jan

07:50 - 17:40WLG Wellington-VLI Port Vila Bauerfield

11h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

18:40 - 09:25VLI Port Vila Bauerfield-WLG Wellington

12h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,004Multiple Airlines

Sun, 3 Jan - Sun, 10 Jan

17:10 - 10:50WLG Wellington-VLI Port Vila Bauerfield

19h 40m1 stop Auckland Intl

11:50 - 22:20VLI Port Vila Bauerfield-WLG Wellington

8h 30m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,045Multiple Airlines

Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

17:10 - 13:45WLG Wellington-VLI Port Vila Bauerfield

22h 35m1 stop Nadi

16:50 - 18:35VLI Port Vila Bauerfield-WLG Wellington

23h 45m2 stops Nadi Auckland Intl

$1,053Multiple Airlines

Wed, 6 Jan - Wed, 13 Jan

21:25 - 16:05WLG Wellington-VLI Port Vila Bauerfield

20h 40m2 stops Auckland Intl Nadi

16:50 - 16:10VLI Port Vila Bauerfield-WLG Wellington

21h 20m1 stop Nadi

$1,060Multiple Airlines

Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

17:10 - 13:45WLG Wellington-VLI Port Vila Bauerfield

22h 35m1 stop Nadi

16:00 - 08:40VLI Port Vila Bauerfield-WLG Wellington

14h 40m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,093Multiple Airlines

Wed, 6 Jan - Wed, 13 Jan

21:25 - 16:05WLG Wellington-VLI Port Vila Bauerfield

20h 40m2 stops Auckland Intl Nadi

16:50 - 17:20VLI Port Vila Bauerfield-WLG Wellington

22h 30m2 stops Nadi Auckland Intl

$1,147Multiple Airlines

Thu, 31 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan

17:10 - 13:40WLG Wellington-VLI Port Vila Bauerfield

22h 30m1 stop Nadi

16:50 - 20:50VLI Port Vila Bauerfield-WLG Wellington

26h 00m2 stops Nadi Auckland Intl

$1,181Multiple Airlines

Sun, 3 Jan - Sun, 10 Jan

18:00 - 16:05WLG Wellington-VLI Port Vila Bauerfield

24h 05m2 stops Auckland Intl Nadi

11:50 - 08:40VLI Port Vila Bauerfield-WLG Wellington

18h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,192Multiple Airlines

Thu, 31 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan

09:10 - 13:40WLG Wellington-VLI Port Vila Bauerfield

30h 30m2 stops Auckland Intl Nadi

16:50 - 20:50VLI Port Vila Bauerfield-WLG Wellington

26h 00m2 stops Nadi Auckland Intl

$1,202Multiple Airlines

Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

19:25 - 13:45WLG Wellington-VLI Port Vila Bauerfield

20h 20m2 stops Auckland Intl Nadi

16:50 - 18:35VLI Port Vila Bauerfield-WLG Wellington

23h 45m2 stops Nadi Auckland Intl

$1,205Multiple Airlines

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Wellington to Port Vila?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Wellington to Port Vila and is 31% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 76% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Low season	September
High season	January
Cheapest flight	$1,004

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 59% increase in price.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Wellington to Port Vila?
Flights from Wellington to Port Vila usually depart from Wellington (WLG) and arrive at Port Vila Bauerfield (VLI).
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Wellington to Port Vila?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Wellington to Port Vila.
Which airports do connecting flights from Wellington to Port Vila pass through?
One-stop flights from Wellington to Port Vila most commonly connect through:

• Auckland Intl (AKL) – 81% of one-stop connections
• Christchurch (CHC) – 13% of one-stop connections
• Nadi (NAN) – 6% of one-stop connections

Auckland Intl (AKL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Wellington to Port Vila?
On the Wellington to Port Vila route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 61%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $695 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,757 – a $1,062 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How long is a flight from Wellington to Port Vila?
A direct flight from Wellington to Port Vila takes 0h 00m, covering 4,341 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Wellington to Port Vila?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Wellington to Port Vila changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,004 to $2,397. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Wellington to Port Vila?
Flying via Auckland Intl (AKL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 23m, compared to 20h 57m via Christchurch (CHC) and 21h 54m via Nadi (NAN).
What is the time difference between Wellington and Port Vila?
Port Vila is 1 hour behind Wellington (Vanuatu Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a Wellington to Port Vila flight?
Return flights from Wellington to Port Vila range from $705 to $1,135, with an average of $994 over the past 12 months. Anything below $705 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $695 – about $1,062 less than Friday (60% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Wellington to Port Vila trip for January. Fares historically average $695 return in that month – typically $1,216 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Port Vila Bauerfield Airport.
- Fatumaru Lodge Port Vila
- Anabru Pacific Lodge Port Vila

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