Statistics on Sydney-Vanuatu (Port-Vila) flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Vanuatu (Port-Vila) (from: Sydney)
The average price to go to Vanuatu (Port-Vila) from Sydney airport is $ 516 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 476 (in august) and $ 577 (in december), which is a saving of $ 40 or a surplus of $ 62 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all the prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $430 to $484 and that it is generally more economical to leave on a wednesday and return on a monday on a direct flight.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Vanuatu (Port-Vila) before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Sydney-Vanuatu (Port-Vila) plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 60025 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Vanuatu (Port-Vila) from Sydney and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in august, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 476, saving $ 40 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 516). Conversely, december will be the most expensive ($ 577).
Flight Sydney-Vanuatu (Port-Vila): when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 493 | $ 554 | fair price |
| February | $ 433 | $ 491 | fair price |
| March | $ 414 | $ 477 the cheapest | very good price |
| April | $ 485 | $ 558 | fair price |
| May | $ 411 | $ 477 the cheapest | very good price |
| June | $ 422 | $ 492 | fair price |
| July | $ 494 | $ 576 the most expensive | very high price |
| August | $ 417 | $ 476 the cheapest | very good price |
| September | $ 420 | $ 518 | fair price |
| October | $ 442 | $ 498 | fair price |
| November | $ 441 | $ 494 | fair price |
| December | $ 483 | $ 577 the most expensive | very high price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Sydney to Vanuatu (Port-Vila)
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Sydney to Vanuatu (Port-Vila) range from $322 to $913. 11% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $323 to $376), 1% at the maximum price (from $859 to $913). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $430 to $484 (27% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Sydney->Vanuatu flight
There are 6 companies that serve Sydney from Vanuatu (Port-Vila) airport: Air Vanuatu, Virgin Australia, Fiji Airways, Qantas, Jetstar and Aircalin.
Data analysis:
Of the 60025 flights analyzed in previous years, Air Vanuatu was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (62% of the time) on the Sydney->Vanuatu route.
Direct flight or flight with layover?
Data analysis:
To get the best price for the Sydney-Vanuatu (Port-Vila) flight, you should take a direct flight (saving an average of $ 63 compared to a flight with one or more layovers).
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Sydney-Vanuatu (Port-Vila) flights departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $17. On the other hand, departing on a tuesday may cost you an additional $51.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Vanuatu (Port-Vila) to Sydney departing on a monday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a monday for your return date, you will save an average of $26. Conversely, departing from Vanuatu (Port-Vila) on a tuesday may cost you an additional $105.
Top prices Sydney-Vanuatu (Port-Vila)
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney → Port-Vila | 24-07 to 31-07-2024 | $ 362 | direct flight with Air Vanuatu |
| Sydney → Port-Vila | 07-08 to 14-08-2024 | $ 361 | direct flight with Air Vanuatu |
| Sydney → Port-Vila | 11-08 to 22-08-2024 | $ 353 | layover flight with Virgin Australia |
| Sydney → Port-Vila | 25-08 to 29-08-2024 | $ 360 | layover flight with Virgin Australia |
| Sydney → Port-Vila | 16-09 to 23-09-2024 | $ 362 | direct flight with Air Vanuatu |
| Sydney → Port-Vila | 20-10 to 26-10-2024 | $ 362 | direct flight with Air Vanuatu |
| Sydney → Port-Vila | 25-10 to 31-10-2024 | $ 357 | layover flight with Virgin Australia |
| Sydney → Port-Vila | 14-12 to 28-12-2024 | $ 353 | layover flight with Virgin Australia |
| Sydney → Port-Vila | 16-12 to 22-12-2024 | $ 357 | layover flight with Virgin Australia |
| Sydney → Port-Vila | 08-03 to 13-03-2025 | $ 360 | layover flight with Virgin Australia |
When to book your flight Sydney - Vanuatu (Port-Vila) to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 5 to 6 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 0 to 1 month in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Sydney-Vanuatu flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a monday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to Vanuatu (Port-Vila), it is recommended to buy it 5 to 6 months before departure (it is then on average 481 $, which is a saving of 35 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 0 to 1 month in advance, you will pay the full price (90 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Sydney to Vanuatu (Port-Vila) flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 524 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 549), 4 to 5 months ($ 530), 5 to 6 months ($ 538), 6 to 7 months ($ 528), 7 to 8 months ($ 537), 8 to 9 months ($ 531), 9 to 10 months ($ 527), 11 to 12 months ($ 553) |
| February | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 415 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 481), 2 to 3 months ($ 454), 4 to 5 months ($ 478), 6 to 7 months ($ 483), 7 to 8 months ($ 444), 8 to 9 months ($ 465), 9 to 10 months ($ 484) |
| March | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 423 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 467), 2 to 3 months ($ 458), 3 to 4 months ($ 440), 5 to 6 months ($ 474), 7 to 8 months ($ 464), 8 to 9 months ($ 455) |
| April | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 499 $) Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 506), 5 to 6 months ($ 528), 6 to 7 months ($ 521), 7 to 8 months ($ 518), 8 to 9 months ($ 529) |
| May | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 427 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 469), 4 to 5 months ($ 439), 6 to 7 months ($ 469), 7 to 8 months ($ 461), 8 to 9 months ($ 433) |
| June | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 418 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 464), 3 to 4 months ($ 477), 4 to 5 months ($ 458), 6 to 7 months ($ 451), 7 to 8 months ($ 473), 8 to 9 months ($ 480), 9 to 10 months ($ 492) |
| July | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 515 $) Other interesting period(s): 5 to 6 months ($ 552), 6 to 7 months ($ 522), 7 to 8 months ($ 520), 8 to 9 months ($ 520), 10 to 11 months ($ 566) |
| August | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 436 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 461), 4 to 5 months ($ 442), 5 to 6 months ($ 456), 6 to 7 months ($ 462), 8 to 9 months ($ 467) |
| September | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 422 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 498), 3 to 4 months ($ 516), 4 to 5 months ($ 505), 6 to 7 months ($ 449), 7 to 8 months ($ 469), 8 to 9 months ($ 437), 9 to 10 months ($ 483) |
| October | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 467 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 473), 2 to 3 months ($ 487), 3 to 4 months ($ 493), 4 to 5 months ($ 486), 5 to 6 months ($ 483), 7 to 8 months ($ 494), 9 to 10 months ($ 481) |
| November | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 440 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 492), 2 to 3 months ($ 472), 3 to 4 months ($ 481), 4 to 5 months ($ 473), 6 to 7 months ($ 477), 7 to 8 months ($ 446), 8 to 9 months ($ 462), 9 to 10 months ($ 485), 10 to 11 months ($ 469) |
| December | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 479 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 575), 2 to 3 months ($ 562), 3 to 4 months ($ 562), 4 to 5 months ($ 532), 5 to 6 months ($ 515), 6 to 7 months ($ 537), 9 to 10 months ($ 496), 10 to 11 months ($ 504), 11 to 12 months ($ 533) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, monday is the day when plane tickets for Sydney->Vanuatu are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a monday, you will save $3. Conversely, by buying it on a sunday, you may end up paying $5 more.
Sydney to Vanuatu (Port-Vila): flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2024 | $ 558 $362 to $1278 | high price | Find a flight |
| June 2024 | $ 474 $362 to $797 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2024 | $ 699 $362 to $1221 | high price | Find a flight |
| August 2024 | $ 393 $353 to $610 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2024 | $ 407 $360 to $1170 | very good price | Find a flight |
| October 2024 | $ 466 $357 to $737 | very good price | Find a flight |
| November 2024 | $ 383 $362 to $606 | very good price | Find a flight |
| December 2024 | $ 529 $353 to $810 | very good price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 554 $431 to $641 | fair price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 493 $472 to $536 | fair price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 434 $360 to $516 | very good price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, june, august, september, october, november, december and march are cheaper to travel to Vanuatu (Port-Vila). So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!