Is a 30 min layover in Port-vila long enough?
No, 30 minutes is probably not enough for a layover at VLI (Port-vila).
Is 30 minutes enough for a layover at Port Vila Bauerfield (VLI)?
Still below the minimum domestic connection time due to manual processing at the single terminal.
What is the minimum connection time at VLI?
Minimum connection times at Port Vila Bauerfield: Domestic-to-Domestic is 45 minutes, International-to-International is 90 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.
Can I make a 30 minutes connection at VLI on an international flight?
30 minutes is below the 90-minute international MCT at Port Vila Bauerfield. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. There is only one terminal building, with domestic and international check-in counters and a single shared departure lounge area. Passengers connecting between international and domestic flights must exit through arrivals, clear customs/immigration if arriving internationally, then re-check-in and pass through a single security screening point for departure.
How much time do I need for a layover at VLI?
We recommend at least 45 minutes for a comfortable connection at Port Vila Bauerfield. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 10 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 10 minutes).
What happens if I miss my connection at VLI?
If you miss a connection, go directly to the Air Vanuatu or relevant airline counter in the terminal, as there are no separate transfer desks; expect long waits given limited daily flight frequency to most destinations.