Flying from Tontouta Airport (NOU) to Bauerfield Airport (VLI): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Tontouta Airport to Bauerfield Airport.
Noumea and Port Vila share the same timezone, UTC+11.
You can choose from three weekly Tontouta Airport to Bauerfield Airport flights. The 17:50 departure with Aircalin is the earliest available. Aircalin operates the last service of the day at 18:30.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your NOU to VLI flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Aircalin offers direct flights from Tontouta Airport to Bauerfield Airport. Book with this popular carrier, 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 fly with Aircalin on this route.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for NOU to VLI flights is Aircalin.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Tontouta Airport to Bauerfield Airport. Nadi International Airport is a popular stopover on the NOU to VLI route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tontouta Airport (NOU) to Bauerfield Airport (VLI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tontouta Airport to Bauerfield Airport flight is 155 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 276 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book ten months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from NOU to VLI.
The cheapest month for flights from Tontouta Airport to Bauerfield Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from NOU to VLI.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Tontouta Airport to Bauerfield Airport.
Handy information about Tontouta Airport (NOU)
Of all flights departing from Tontouta Airport, 58.18% land on time at their destination.
Tontouta Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Noumea. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Tontouta Airport to Bauerfield Airport? Stay somewhere near NOU, such as Karenga Appartel Tontouta. B&B Tontout'ailes will also put you moments from the departure gate.
Arriving at Bauerfield Airport (VLI)
Consider staying in a hotel near VLI if you're taking a late Tontouta Airport to Bauerfield Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Bauerfield Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Hertz or Budget and venture far and wide through Port Vila and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Bauerfield Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Bauerfield Airport (VLI) to central Port Vila
Bauerfield Airport to central Port Vila has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Bauerfield Airport (VLI)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Tontouta Airport to Bauerfield Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Port Vila. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Port Vila is February, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Tontouta Airport to Bauerfield Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NOU 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 cities in Vanuatu waiting to be explored after you've experienced Port Vila. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include South PacificWWII Museum, SS President Coolidge and Magical Water Music Experience.
Time for another stop? Make your way to Port-Olry. It's roughly 322 kilometres north-west of Port Vila and boasts highlights like Port Olry Beach Resort - Pey Seriniti Bungalows.