How many flights from Christchurch to Port Vila are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 26.6% of flights from Christchurch to Port Vila were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that while direct options are available, many routes involve at least one connection.

How long does it take to fly from Christchurch to Port Vila?

A direct flight from Christchurch to Port Vila typically takes about 4 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 2895 kilometers. Flights with one stopover have a significantly longer median duration, averaging around 9 hours and 25 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences when planning their journey.

How often do cheap flights from Christchurch to Port Vila come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Christchurch to Port Vila come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent deals. Travelers looking for good value on this route can typically expect to find favorable prices with some regularity.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Christchurch to Port Vila

2026-08-13 – 2026-08-19
CHC - Port Vila
67% AI deal score
NZ$736
NZ$734
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2026-09-10 – 2026-09-19
CHC - Port Vila
68% AI deal score
NZ$771
NZ$739
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2026-09-14 – 2026-09-20
CHC - Port Vila
83% AI deal score
NZ$1,028
NZ$749
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2026-08-16 – 2026-08-22
CHC - Port Vila
67% AI deal score
NZ$728
NZ$751
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2026-10-29 – 2026-11-25
CHC - Port Vila
73% AI deal score
NZ$834
NZ$751
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2026-10-11 – 2026-10-21
CHC - Port Vila
67% AI deal score
NZ$706
NZ$811
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2026-09-20 – 2026-10-14
CHC - Port Vila
67% AI deal score
NZ$763
NZ$813
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2026-08-02 – 2026-08-22
CHC - Port Vila
66% AI deal score
NZ$648
NZ$815
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2026-09-10 – 2026-09-16
CHC - Port Vila
67% AI deal score
NZ$806
NZ$815
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2026-08-30 – 2026-09-19
CHC - Port Vila
66% AI deal score
NZ$627
NZ$815
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Christchurch to Port Vila: Overview

Insights for flights from Christchurch to Port Vila

Right now, fares for cheap flights from Christchurch to Port Vila are significantly above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $490–$754, with a median of $567. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating a challenging environment for finding deals.

A typical journey from Christchurch to Port Vila takes about 10h 0m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 2895 km. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration accounts for layovers.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 26.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can help you track fare changes.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Port Vila? The most affordable months to fly are typically January, with a median fare of $425, and February, with a median fare of $427. October also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $497.

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to Port Vila

Regular price: NZ$679 - NZ$2,096

Prices for flights from Christchurch to Port Vila are currently within the regular range.

Regularly, flights from Christchurch to Port Vila range from NZD 679 to NZD 2096. The current lowest deal is NZD 729 with Solomon Airlines for travel from Sep 10-Sep 16.

now NZ$729

Low NZ$679

High NZ$2,096

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Port Vila

The cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Port Vila is January, with a median price of $425. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $763. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$425

September

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$763

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Christchurch to Port Vila

Solomon Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to Port Vila

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Port Vila

Christchurch (CHC) - Port Vila (VLI)

Solomon Airlines

NZ$629

NZ$815

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Port Vila

Christchurch (CHC) - Port Vila (VLI)

Solomon Airlines

NZ$664

NZ$815

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Port Vila

Christchurch (CHC) - Port Vila (VLI)

Solomon Airlines

NZ$743

NZ$753

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Port Vila

Christchurch (CHC) - Port Vila (VLI)

Solomon Airlines

NZ$635

NZ$812

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Port Vila

Christchurch (CHC) - Port Vila (VLI)

Solomon Airlines

NZ$635

NZ$815

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Port Vila

Christchurch (CHC) - Port Vila (VLI)

Solomon Airlines

NZ$652

NZ$815

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Christchurch to Port Vila

3 nights

Jan 10 - Jan 13

NZ$1,293 → NZ$964

25%

12 nights

Jan 15 - Jan 27

NZ$1,238 → NZ$935

25%

3 nights

Jan 7 - Jan 10

NZ$1,307 → NZ$1,042

20%

7 nights

Jan 20 - Jan 27

NZ$1,320 → NZ$1,085

18%

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to Port Vila

Christchurch - Port Vila route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Christchurch to Port Vila are above the typical level at $729.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $425

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Port Vila, at $425.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 10h 0m connecting

Flights from Christchurch to Port Vila typically take 10h 0m with connecting flights dominant.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Solomon Airlines offers direct flights

Solomon Airlines is available for direct flights from Christchurch to Port Vila.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights from Christchurch to Port Vila are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Christchurch main airports to depart from

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

Christchurch International Airport is a great option for flights from Christchurch to Port Vila.

📍 ~10 km from Christchurch city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$446

Port Vila main airports to arrive at

Bauerfield International (VLI)

Cheapest

Bauerfield International Airport is the primary gateway to Port Vila and Vanuatu's stunning islands.

📍 ~5 km from Port Vila (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$446

Airports nearby Port Vila used as alternative

Santo-Pekoa International (SON)

Santo-Pekoa International is a secondary international airport in Vanuatu, accessible via domestic flights from Port Vila.

📍 ~250 km from Port Vila (reachable by domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~$1127

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Port Vila

71% AI deal score

$1,652

$1,378

Save $274

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Port Vila

Historically, the best prices for flights from Christchurch to Port Vila are found when booking 28-59 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $556. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees the average price rise to approximately $711. Even booking 60+ days out tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $664.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Christchurch to Port Vila has typically been around $490 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $567. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed prices being $754 or less.

Historically, January and February tend to offer the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Port Vila. In January, the median price was $425, while in February, it was $427. The annual median price for this route is $567, indicating that these months offer significant savings. October also showed a lower median price of $497.

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Christchurch to Port Vila: Overview

Insights for flights from Christchurch to Port Vila

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to Port Vila

Regular price: NZ$679 - NZ$2,096

Prices for flights from Christchurch to Port Vila are currently within the regular range.

Regularly, flights from Christchurch to Port Vila range from NZD 679 to NZD 2096. The current lowest deal is NZD 729 with Solomon Airlines for travel from Sep 10-Sep 16.

now NZ$729

Low NZ$679

High NZ$2,096

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Port Vila

January

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$425

September

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$763

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Christchurch to Port Vila

Solomon Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to Port Vila

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Port Vila

Christchurch (CHC) - Port Vila (VLI)

Solomon Airlines

NZ$629

NZ$815

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Port Vila

Christchurch (CHC) - Port Vila (VLI)

Solomon Airlines

NZ$664

NZ$815

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Port Vila

Christchurch (CHC) - Port Vila (VLI)

Solomon Airlines

NZ$743

NZ$753

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Port Vila

Christchurch (CHC) - Port Vila (VLI)

Solomon Airlines

NZ$635

NZ$812

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Port Vila

Christchurch (CHC) - Port Vila (VLI)

Solomon Airlines

NZ$635

NZ$815

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Port Vila

Christchurch (CHC) - Port Vila (VLI)

Solomon Airlines

NZ$652

NZ$815

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Christchurch to Port Vila

3 nights

Jan 10 - Jan 13

NZ$1,293 → NZ$964

25%

12 nights

Jan 15 - Jan 27

NZ$1,238 → NZ$935

25%

3 nights

Jan 7 - Jan 10

NZ$1,307 → NZ$1,042

20%

7 nights

Jan 20 - Jan 27

NZ$1,320 → NZ$1,085

18%

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to Port Vila