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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September 10 - September 16

Cheapest

CHC - Port Vila

NZ$822

NZ$730

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August 13 - August 19

CHC - Port Vila

NZ$734

NZ$739

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October 25 - November 22

Best

CHC - Port Vila

NZ$862

NZ$789

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August 9 - September 5

Earliest

CHC - Port Vila

NZ$634

NZ$813

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August 9 - September 2

Earliest

CHC - Port Vila

NZ$634

NZ$813

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August 9 - August 19

Earliest

CHC - Port Vila

NZ$681

NZ$813

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September 20 - September 23

CHC - Port Vila

NZ$846

NZ$813

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August 9 - August 22

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CHC - Port Vila

NZ$664

NZ$813

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August 9 - August 12

Earliest

CHC - Port Vila

NZ$772

NZ$813

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August 9 - August 29

Earliest

CHC - Port Vila

NZ$642

NZ$813

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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.

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Flights from NZ$425

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Flights from NZ$763

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Direct flights from Christchurch to Port Vila

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Thu, Jul 23

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CHC - Port Vila

Christchurch (CHC) - Port Vila (VLI)

Solomon Airlines

NZ$744

NZ$816

One-way

Thu, Jul 23

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Port Vila

Christchurch (CHC) - Port Vila (VLI)

Solomon Airlines

NZ$679

NZ$816

One-way

Thu, Jul 23

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Port Vila

Christchurch (CHC) - Port Vila (VLI)

Solomon Airlines

NZ$684

NZ$816

One-way

Thu, Jul 30

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Port Vila

Christchurch (CHC) - Port Vila (VLI)

Solomon Airlines

NZ$652

NZ$816

One-way

Thu, Jul 30

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Port Vila

Christchurch (CHC) - Port Vila (VLI)

Solomon Airlines

NZ$653

NZ$816

One-way

Thu, Jul 30

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Port Vila

Christchurch (CHC) - Port Vila (VLI)

Solomon Airlines

NZ$657

NZ$816

One-way

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

9 nights

Jan 14 - Jan 23

NZ$1,360 → NZ$851

37%

3 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 13

NZ$1,066 → NZ$765

28%

3 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 16

NZ$1,066 → NZ$765

28%

4 nights

Jan 4 - Jan 8

NZ$1,369 → NZ$1,074

22%

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

La Tontouta International (NOU)

Cheapest

La Tontouta International is a major regional international hub with direct flight links to Vanuatu.

📍 ~280 km from Port Vila (requires international border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$502

Ouanaham (LIF)

Ouanaham is geographically close to Vanuatu, but offers very limited connectivity and requires international transit.

📍 ~220 km from Port Vila (requires international transit)

💸 Flights from ~$799

Ouvéa (UVE)

Ouvéa is geographically close to Vanuatu, but has very limited connectivity and requires international transit.

📍 ~180 km from Port Vila (requires international transit)

💸 Flights from ~$1030

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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

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Port Vila

Direct flights from Christchurch to Port Vila

Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to Port Vila

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

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to Port Vila

Christchurch - Port Vila route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

January is historically cheapest at $425

Typically 10h 0m connecting

Connecting flights are dominant

Solomon Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent

Christchurch main airports to depart from

Port Vila main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Port Vila used as alternative

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Port Vila

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

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

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

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

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

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