With new direct Christchurch to Port Vila flights with Solomon Airlines commencing Wednesday, 1 July 2026, Vanuatu will be more accessible from the South Island.
Christchurch → Port Vila: Thursday and Sunday 9:25am → 12:35pm
Port Vila → Christchurch: Wednesday and Saturday 4:15pm → 9:05pm
With a flight time of just 4 hours 10 minutes, it’s an easy and convenient journey.
Plus, from Friday, 3 July 2026, Auckland services have increased to 4 flights per week, offering even more flexibility for travellers.
New Weekly Schedule:
Auckland → Port Vila: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
Port Vila → Auckland: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
These services will operate on the A320-200, featuring 12 Business Class seats and 138 Economy Class seats.
Vanuatu is a magical place that offers a little bit of something for everyone’s holiday wishes. On the island of Efate, where Port Vila is located, there are numerous Family Resorts and Adult Only options. Getting out and about, away from the resorts, you can enjoy swimming at Eton Beach, visiting the Mele Cascades, snorkelling the marine sanctuary at Hideaway Island, visiting Pele Island, shopping at the markets and many stores in town, trying the various restaurants, cafes and bars, OR JUST doing a whole lot of nothing if total relaxation is what you are seeking.
Check out our Vanuatu Accommodation deals below.
International fares are at an additional cost.
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