Flying from Bauerfield Airport (VLI) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne and Port Vila (where Bauerfield Airport is located) share the UTC+11 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch once you arrive.
To ensure you catch your flight from VLI to Melbourne, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
To visit Australia for tourism purposes, you'll need an e-visa if you have a passport from Vanuatu. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need additional documents depending on the length and purpose of your trip. Always check the latest guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Bauerfield Airport to Melbourne.
To reach VLI from central Port Vila, it takes about 13 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
After a leisurely start to your break? Stay near VLI. Whether you have an early flight from Bauerfield Airport to Melbourne or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bauerfield Airport (VLI) to Melbourne
$243 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bauerfield Airport to Melbourne. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $618. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from VLI to Melbourne, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Bauerfield Airport to Melbourne is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time checking for flight tickets from VLI to Melbourne every day.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres. It takes around 28 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 42 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bauerfield Airport to Melbourne. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Once you've hopped off your flight from Bauerfield Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 51 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours and 4 minutes.
Unpack your bag and relax not long after your flight from VLI to Melbourne at Little River Bed and Breakfast. This comfy accommodation option is a quick drive from AVV.
Best time to go to Melbourne
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Bauerfield Airport to Melbourne. July is the busiest month to travel to Melbourne. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Bauerfield Airport to Melbourne in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from VLI to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bauerfield Airport to Melbourne, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are must-do's during your Melbourne adventure.
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