Port Vila travel guide
Port Vila Tourism | Port Vila Guide
You're Going to Love Port Vila
With 35.901 inhabitants, Port Vila is the most populous city in Vanuatu. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Port Vila has to offer.
Activities & attractions in Port Vila
Tours
When to visit Port Vila
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Port Vila in January, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is August, when it can get as cold as 62.6 °F, with an average temperature of 69.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 13.4″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Port Vila, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.
How to Get to Port Vila
Plane
When flying to Port Vila, you’ll arrive at Port Vila Bauerfield (VLI), which is located 4 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Port Vila from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 20h 40m.
Airlines serving Port Vila
Where to stay in Port Vila
Average rates range from around $96 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $304 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Port Vila
Most booked hotels in Port Vila
Renting a car in Port Vila
Renting a car in Port Vila costs $84 per day, on average, or $422 if you want to rent if for 5 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 24% more expensive than at Port Vila Bauerfield.
The most frequently booked car type in Port Vila is Mini (Hyundai i10 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are, on average, 31% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.