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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Port Vila travel guide

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You're Going to Love Port Vila

With 35,901 inhabitants, Port Vila is the most populous city in Vanuatu. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Port Vila has to offer.

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When to visit Port Vila

Port Vila in February
Estimated hotel price
C$ 219
1 night at 3-star hotel
Port Vila in February
Estimated hotel price
C$ 219
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Port Vila in January, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is August, when it can get as cold as 17 °C, with an average temperature of 21 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 340 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Port Vila, with an average rainfall of 70 mm.

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How to Get to Port Vila

Plane

When flying to Port Vila, you’ll arrive at Port Vila Bauerfield (VLI), which is located 2 miles from the city centre The shortest flight to Port Vila from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 29h 50m.

Plane

When flying to Port Vila, you’ll arrive at Port Vila Bauerfield (VLI), which is located 2 miles from the city centre The shortest flight to Port Vila from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 29h 50m.

Airports near Port Vila

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Airlines serving Port Vila

Qatar Airways
Good (3,690 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,419 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (952 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (495 reviews)
Fiji Airways
Excellent (211 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (429 reviews)
Aircalin
Excellent (12 reviews)
Air Niugini
Okay (3 reviews)
Air Vanuatu
Okay (7 reviews)
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Where to stay in Port Vila

Average rates range from around C$ 132 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 346 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Port Vila

Most booked hotels in Port Vila

Nasama Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 153+
The Melanesian Port Vila
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
C$ 156+
Iririki Island Resort & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
C$ 227+
Warwick Le Lagon - Vanuatu
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
C$ 198+
Coconut Palms Resort
3 stars
Okay (5.9, Okay reviews)
C$ 97+

Renting a car in Port Vila

Mini (Hyundai i10 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Port Vila, while also 21% cheaper than other types, on average.

Mini (Hyundai i10 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Port Vila, while also 21% cheaper than other types, on average.