Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Bauerfield Airport (VLI): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Brisbane Airport to Bauerfield Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Port Vila's timezone is UTC+11, making Port Vila one hour ahead of Brisbane.
You can take your pick of five weekly Brisbane Airport to Bauerfield Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your BNE to VLI flight.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Solomon Airlines has direct flights from Brisbane Airport to Bauerfield Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Port Vila — and maybe even more of Vanuatu if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Solomon Airlines on this route.
Among carriers operating BNE to VLI flights, Virgin Australia Regional leads the way for on-time arrivals.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Brisbane Airport to Bauerfield Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BNE and VLI:
Tontouta Airport
Honiara International Airport
Auckland Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Bauerfield Airport (VLI)
At the moment, £137 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Bauerfield Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £245. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from BNE to VLI, book your trip three months ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Bauerfield Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BNE to VLI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Brisbane Airport to Bauerfield Airport.
Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
When it comes to Brisbane Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.16% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Brisbane Airport is around 13 miles from central Brisbane. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Bauerfield Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to BNE:
Arriving at Bauerfield Airport (VLI)
Consider booking a hotel close to VLI if you're on a late Brisbane Airport to Bauerfield Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Follow your own route with a Bauerfield Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Hertz or Budget and discover more of Port Vila and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Bauerfield Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Bauerfield Airport (VLI) to central Port Vila
Bauerfield Airport is roughly 4 miles from central Port Vila. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Bauerfield Airport (VLI)
The quietest month for a flight from Brisbane Airport to Bauerfield Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Port Vila based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Brisbane Airport to Bauerfield Airport for February if you want to visit Port Vila during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BNE to VLI in August. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Vanuatu
You've done Port Vila, now it's time to discover other parts of Vanuatu. Journey around 170 miles north-west to Luganville to check off its top attractions. From South PacificWWII Museum to SS President Coolidge and Magical Water Music Experience, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Another major destination in Vanuatu, Port-Olry is around 200 miles north-west of Port Vila. Make room in your schedule for highlights including Port Olry Beach Resort - Pey Seriniti Bungalows.