Travelling from Nadi Airport (NAN) to Port Vila Airport (VLI): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Nadi Airport to Port Vila Airport.
Port Vila's timezone is UTC+11, making Port Vila one hour behind Nadi.
Take your pick of seven weekly Nadi Airport to Port Vila Airport flights. The 07:05 departure with Fiji Airways is the earliest you can take. Fiji Airways operates the latest service of the day at 14:30.
Your NAN to VLI flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Getting to Port Vila (and then exploring more of Vanuatu!) is easy with Fiji Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Nadi Airport to Port Vila Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Fiji Airways on this route.
Fiji Airways is the most punctual carrier operating NAN to VLI flights. An impressive 86.15% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Nadi Airport to Port Vila Airport. Here are the top stopovers between NAN and VLI:
Auckland International Airport
Honiara Airport
Noumea Tontouta Airport
Handy information about Nadi Airport (NAN)
When it comes to Nadi Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Nadi to Nadi Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Nadi Airport to Port Vila Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to NAN:
Arriving at Port Vila Airport (VLI)
If you're getting in on a late Nadi Airport to Port Vila Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near VLI:
Pick up a Port Vila Airport rental car and discover Port Vila and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Hertz and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Port Vila Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Port Vila Airport (VLI) to central Port Vila
Port Vila Airport to central Port Vila has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
When to fly to Port Vila Airport (VLI)
The quietest month for a flight from Nadi Airport to Port Vila Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Port Vila based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Nadi 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).
Search for cheap tickets from NAN to VLI in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Vanuatu
Port Vila has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Vanuatu just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres north-west of Port Vila, a trip to Luganville will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like SS President Coolidge, South PacificWWII Museum and Freshwater Plantation.
