Flying from Bangkok to Bauerfield Airport (VLI): what you need to know
Bangkok is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Bangkok to Bauerfield Airport (VLI) departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Bauerfield Airport is located in Port Vila. The city operates in the UTC+11 timezone and is 4 hours ahead of Bangkok.
To ensure you get on your flight from Bangkok to VLI, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
BKK is around 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
After a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Bangkok to Bauerfield Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
DMK is about 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Bangkok to VLI? Check in to a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Bauerfield Airport (VLI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bangkok to Bauerfield Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near VLI instead:
Getting from Bauerfield Airport (VLI) to central Port Vila
Bauerfield Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Port Vila. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 13 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Bauerfield Airport (VLI)
R 8,706 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Bauerfield Airport. Return flights start from R 14,897. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Bangkok to VLI if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Use the 'Whole month' tool and compare the prices of tickets from Bangkok to Bauerfield Airport across the entire month. The lowest fares are marked in green, making it easy to find a flight that fits your budget.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Bauerfield Airport (VLI)
June is the most popular month to catch a flight from Bangkok to Bauerfield Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Port Vila, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Before booking a flight from Bangkok to VLI, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Port Vila, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 29ºC.
Travel in August for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 26ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Bangkok to Bauerfield Airport.
More about Port Vila
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Port Vila right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Bauerfield Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Ekasup Village, Chief Roi Mata's Domain and The Vanuatu Cultural Centre are top attractions which should feature on any good Port Vila itinerary.
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