Travelling from Bauerfield Airport (VLI) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
Darwin is one hour 30 minutes behind Port Vila and observes the UTC+9:30 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your VLI to DRW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bauerfield Airport (VLI) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
R 7,060 is the best price for a one-way Bauerfield Airport to Darwin International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 11,393. These fares may change based on availability.
To find cheap tickets from VLI to DRW, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Bauerfield Airport to Darwin International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Bauerfield Airport (VLI)
66.23% of flights departing from Bauerfield Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Bauerfield Airport from central Port Vila, it takes around 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel near VLI? If you're boarding an early flight from Bauerfield Airport to Darwin International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Reserve a hotel close to DRW if you're taking a late Bauerfield Airport to Darwin International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Darwin International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty or East Coast and experience the lesser-explored corners of Darwin and beyond.
Booking your ride from Darwin International Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
Darwin International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Darwin. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
July is the most popular month for flights from Bauerfield Airport to Darwin International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Darwin in January.
The warmest month in Darwin is November, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Bauerfield Airport to Darwin International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from VLI to DRW in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Darwin is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Australia you should also see. Around 434 kilometres south-west of Darwin, a visit to Kununurra will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Mirima National Park, El Questro Wilderness Park and Ord River.
Around 3 kilometres north-east of Darwin, Leanyer is another essential stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with Parkside Park, Savannah Park and The Rat Den.
