Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Port Vila Airport (VLI): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Brisbane Airport to Port Vila Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Port Vila's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Port Vila one hour ahead of Brisbane.
Each week, there are 11 Brisbane Airport to Port Vila Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as early as possible, select the 06:40 Virgin Australia Regional flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 14:40 with Virgin Australia Regional.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your BNE to VLI flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Virgin Australia has direct flights from Brisbane Airport to Port Vila Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Port Vila — and maybe even more of Vanuatu if you have time.
The majority of travelers choose to fly with Virgin Australia on this route.
Virgin Australia is the most punctual carrier offering BNE to VLI flights, with 72.55% of its services landing on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Brisbane Airport to Port Vila Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between BNE and VLI:
Auckland International Airport
Honiara Airport
Noumea Tontouta Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Port Vila Airport (VLI)
$190 is currently the best price for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Port Vila Airport flight. A return flight starts at $363. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from BNE to VLI by booking at least nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
February is the cheapest month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Port Vila Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BNE to VLI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Brisbane Airport to Port Vila Airport.
Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
When it comes to Brisbane Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Brisbane Airport is around 13 kilometers from central Brisbane. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 20 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to BNE? If you're catching an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Port Vila Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Port Vila Airport (VLI)
Reserve a hotel near VLI if you have a late Brisbane Airport to Port Vila Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Port Vila Airport rental car and discover Port Vila and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Hertz and Budget are leading providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Port Vila Airport around one week before traveling.
When to fly to Port Vila Airport (VLI)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Brisbane Airport to Port Vila Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Port Vila. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Brisbane Airport to Port Vila Airport for February if you'd like to go to Port Vila during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BNE to VLI in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Vanuatu
Port Vila is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Vanuatu just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometers north-west of Port Vila, a visit to Luganville will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like SS President Coolidge, South PacificWWII Museum and Freshwater Plantation.