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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Port Vila (MEL-VLI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Port Vila

Thu, 22 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Fiji Airways Logo
14:20 - 13:45MEL  Melbourne-VLI Port Vila Bauerfield
23h 25m1 stop Nadi
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14:40 - 12:45VLI  Port Vila Bauerfield-MEL Melbourne
22h 05m1 stop Nadi
$540Fiji Airways
Thu, 22 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Fiji Airways Logo
14:20 - 13:45MEL  Melbourne-VLI Port Vila Bauerfield
23h 25m1 stop Nadi
Fiji Airways Logo
14:40 - 12:45VLI  Port Vila Bauerfield-MEL Melbourne
22h 05m1 stop Nadi
$542Fiji Airways
Thu, 22 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:30 - 14:15MEL  Melbourne-VLI Port Vila Bauerfield
18h 45m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
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14:40 - 12:45VLI  Port Vila Bauerfield-MEL Melbourne
22h 05m1 stop Nadi
$647Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
Virgin Australia Logo
12:10 - 15:45MEL  Melbourne-VLI Port Vila Bauerfield
27h 35m1 stop Brisbane
Virgin Australia Logo
14:45 - 17:15VLI  Port Vila Bauerfield-MEL Melbourne
26h 30m1 stop Brisbane
$648Virgin Australia
Thu, 22 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:30 - 14:15MEL  Melbourne-VLI Port Vila Bauerfield
18h 45m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:40 - 12:45VLI  Port Vila Bauerfield-MEL Melbourne
22h 05m1 stop Nadi
$650Multiple Airlines
Tue, 27 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Virgin Australia Logo
10:10 - 13:45MEL  Melbourne-VLI Port Vila Bauerfield
27h 35m1 stop Brisbane
Virgin Australia Logo
14:45 - 11:15VLI  Port Vila Bauerfield-MEL Melbourne
20h 30m1 stop Brisbane
$651Virgin Australia
Tue, 17 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 12:30MEL  Melbourne-VLI Port Vila Bauerfield
6h 30m1 stop Brisbane
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13:30 - 21:25VLI  Port Vila Bauerfield-MEL Melbourne
7h 55m1 stop Brisbane
$823Qantas Airways
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
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18:50 - 12:30MEL  Melbourne-VLI Port Vila Bauerfield
17h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
Qantas Airways Logo
13:30 - 21:25VLI  Port Vila Bauerfield-MEL Melbourne
7h 55m1 stop Brisbane
$855Qantas Airways
Sat, 9 Jan - Sat, 16 Jan
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 13:50MEL  Melbourne-VLI Port Vila Bauerfield
7h 50m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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15:15 - 23:40VLI  Port Vila Bauerfield-MEL Melbourne
8h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$967Jetstar
Tue, 27 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
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20:35 - 13:50MEL  Melbourne-VLI Port Vila Bauerfield
41h 15m2 stops Coolangatta Gold Coast Sydney Kingsford Smith
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15:15 - 14:30VLI  Port Vila Bauerfield-MEL Melbourne
23h 15m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Launceston
$1,413Jetstar
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Port Vila flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila?

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila start at $540. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $584 to $779. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $540 on Fiji Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila and is 10% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila?

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila at $585 return.
  • September ($750) and December ($722) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 28% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila the cheapest?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Port Vila flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$324
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flights from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila

When to book flights from Melbourne to Port Vila

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Port Vila based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Melbourne Airport to Port Vila flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Port Vila Bauerfield (VLI).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila pass through?

    One-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila most commonly connect through:

    • Brisbane (BNE) – 97% of one-stop connections
    • Nadi (NAN) – 2% of one-stop connections
    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 1% of one-stop connections

    Brisbane (BNE) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the Melbourne Airport to Port Vila route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $615 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $729, a difference of $114. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How expensive are last-minute Melbourne Airport to Port Vila flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 1% above the route average of $681. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila?

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila takes 0h 00m, covering 5,126 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $540 to $3,905. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila looking right now?

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $431, which is 24% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila?

    Flying via Brisbane (BNE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 8h 32m, compared to 8h 42m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and 22h 23m via Nadi (NAN).

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Port Vila?

    Port Vila is 1 hour ahead of Melbourne Airport (Vanuatu Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Port Vila flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Port Vila range from $584 to $779, with an average of $681 over the past 12 months. Anything below $584 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Port Vila flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $615 – about $114 less than Sunday (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 20% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Port Vila trip for August. Fares historically average $585 return in that month – typically $165 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Port Vila Bauerfield Airport.
    - Fatumaru Lodge Port Vila
    - Anabru Pacific Lodge Port Vila

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