Travelling from Port Vila Airport (VLI) to Auckland International Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Port Vila Airport to Auckland International Airport.
The timezone in Auckland is UTC+13, which is two hours ahead of Port Vila.
Choose from four weekly Port Vila Airport to Auckland International Airport flights. The 15:20 departure with Solomon Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Solomon Airlines operates the last service of the day at 16:20.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your VLI to AKL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Getting to Auckland (and then seeing more of New Zealand!) is a snap with Solomon Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Port Vila Airport to Auckland International Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Solomon Airlines.
Solomon Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for VLI to AKL flights, with 88.24% of its services landing on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Port Vila Airport (VLI) to Auckland International Airport (AKL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Port Vila Airport to Auckland International Airport flight is R 3,114. A return plane ticket is currently R 6,870. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from VLI to AKL, book your journey seven months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Port Vila Airport to Auckland International Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Port Vila Airport to Auckland International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Port Vila Airport (VLI)
Of the flights that depart from Port Vila Airport, 69% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Port Vila Airport from central Port Vila, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Port Vila Airport to Auckland International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to VLI:
Arriving at Auckland International Airport (AKL)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Port Vila Airport to Auckland International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AKL instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Auckland International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and explore beyond Auckland's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Auckland International Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Auckland International Airport (AKL)
December is the most popular month for flights from Port Vila Airport to Auckland International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Auckland in March.
Book your flight from Port Vila Airport to Auckland International Airport for February if you'd like to go to Auckland during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from VLI to AKL in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've done Auckland, now it's time to explore other corners of New Zealand. Journey around 499 kilometres south to Wellington to check off its popular sights. From Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa to Wellington Botanic Gardens and Weta Workshop, there's plenty to keep you on the go.