Is a 1¼ hr layover in Port-vila long enough?
Yes, 1 hour 15 min is probably enough for a layover at VLI (Port-vila).
Is 1 hour 15 min enough for a layover at Port Vila Bauerfield (VLI)?
Comfortable for international-to-domestic connections including customs clearance.
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 1 hour 15 min connection at VLI on an international flight?
1 hour 15 min 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.