Flying from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Bauerfield Airport (VLI): what you need to know
The timezone in Port Vila is UTC+11, which is three hours ahead of Denpasar.
To ensure you get on your DPS to VLI flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Choose a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Bauerfield Airport. Auckland Airport is a top stopover on the DPS to VLI route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Bauerfield Airport (VLI)
At the moment, RM853 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ngurah Rai International Airport to Bauerfield Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM3,007. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from DPS to VLI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Bauerfield Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from DPS to VLI is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Bauerfield Airport.
Handy information about Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
When it comes to Ngurah Rai International Airport's on-time performance, 66.23% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Denpasar to Ngurah Rai International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near DPS? If you're catching an early flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Bauerfield Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Bauerfield Airport (VLI)
If you're arriving on a late Ngurah Rai International Airport to Bauerfield Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near VLI:
Grab a Bauerfield Airport rental car and explore Port Vila and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Hertz and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Bauerfield Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Bauerfield Airport (VLI) to central Port Vila
Bauerfield Airport to central Port Vila has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Bauerfield Airport (VLI)
April is the most popular month for flights from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Bauerfield Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Port Vila in February.
Lock in your flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Bauerfield Airport for February if you'd like to go to Port Vila during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
August has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DPS to VLI sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Vanuatu
Port Vila is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Vanuatu waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres north-west of Port Vila, a visit to Luganville will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like South PacificWWII Museum, SS President Coolidge and Magical Water Music Experience.
Another favourite destination in Vanuatu, Port-Olry is about 322 kilometres north-west of Port Vila. Set aside time for highlights including Port Olry Beach Resort - Pey Seriniti Bungalows.
