Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Bauerfield Airport (VLI): what you need to know
Port Vila's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Port Vila 18 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
To ensure you get on your LAX to VLI flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Bauerfield Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LAX and VLI:
Nadi International Airport
Auckland Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Bauerfield Airport (VLI)
R 9,268 is the best price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Bauerfield Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 15,959. These fares may change based on demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from LAX to VLI. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Bauerfield Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LAX to VLI.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Bauerfield Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from LAX make it to their destination as scheduled 81.05% of the time.
Los Angeles International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Bauerfield Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LAX:
Arriving at Bauerfield Airport (VLI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Bauerfield Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near VLI instead:
Pick up a Bauerfield Airport rental car and discover Port Vila and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Hertz and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Bauerfield Airport about one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Bauerfield Airport (VLI) to central Port Vila
Bauerfield Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Port Vila. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Bauerfield Airport (VLI)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Bauerfield Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Port Vila based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Bauerfield Airport for February if you want to explore Port Vila during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to VLI in August. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Vanuatu
Luganville is just one of the many places in Vanuatu waiting to be discovered after you've seen Port Vila. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include South PacificWWII Museum, SS President Coolidge and Magical Water Music Experience.
Any journey through Vanuatu wouldn't be complete without a stop in Port-Olry. Port Olry Beach Resort - Pey Seriniti Bungalows is one of the highlights in this destination, which is about 322 kilometres north-west of Port Vila.
