International hub · Port Vila, Vanuatu
Port Vila/Bauerfield Intl (Efate Island)
- Elevation
- 70 ft
- Coordinates
- 17°42′S 168°19′E
- Local time
- Pacific/Efate
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Field information
NVVV runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Port Vila/Bauerfield Intl (Efate Island) (NVVV/VLI) has 2 runways; the longest, 11/29, is 8,530 ft (2,600 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Operating hours: 0530-1700. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at NVVV, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Pacific/Efate
Country
Vanuatu
VU
Municipality
Port Vila
Elevation
70 ft
Position
-17.6993, 168.3200
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
0530-1700
Runways · NVVV
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 8,530 ft (2,600 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 11R/29L | 3,310 ft (1,009 m) | 105 ft | grass | — |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at NVVV.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Port Vila/Bauerfield Intl (Efate Island) (NVVV / VLI) in Port Vila, Vanuatu, through one 24/7 OCC desk. NVVV is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at NVVV
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Vanuatu
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Vanuatu. Applicable permit lead times for Vanuatu are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Vanuatu are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at NVVV
Direct FBO and handler coordination at NVVV covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at NVVV
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at NVVV is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to NVVV
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for NVVV: 17° 41′ 57″ S 168° 19′ 12″ E; elevation 70 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Port Vila
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Port Vila. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at NVVV.
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Cargo Operations at NVVV
Support for freighter operations into NVVV covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where NVVV sits in the network
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Operating into NVVV?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Port Vila/Bauerfield Intl (Efate Island) — one desk for the whole trip.