Wednesday, 2 April 2025: Jetstar is offering discounted fares from Sydney to Vanuatu (Port Vila) from just $179^ to encourage more Australians to visit the Pacific Island nation and support its tourism industry following an earthquake in December.
The low-cost carrier began operating direct flights from Sydney to Vanuatu on 12 December 2024 and flew just three services prior to the earthquake.
Following a temporary suspension of operations for nine days, the airline currently has three return services a week, offering more than 1,000 seats on the route.
Jetstar is the only carrier flying direct from Sydney to Port Vila. Qantas also launched services from Brisbane to Port Vila in September 2024 and recently announced it will increase to daily services from 24 June 2025.
With resorts, restaurants and tourism operators back open for business, locals are encouraging Australians to choose Vanuatu for their next holiday.
From today, Jetstar is offering one-way sale fares from Sydney to Vanuatu (Port Vila) from just $179^ at jetstar.com.
Vanuatu Tourism Office CEO, Adela Issachar Aru, said Vanuatu is ready to welcome back Australians.
"Vanuatu is open, welcoming visitors and seeing strong momentum in bookings for this year and beyond.
"While last year's earthquake caused temporary disruptions, our tourism industry has bounced back, and operators are reporting that consumer interest and confidence has returned.
"Our beautiful seafront walkway has reopened this week, and the iconic Mama's Markets are returning to their Port Vila harbour location. This is a major milestone. Port Vila has made amazing progress in just three months.
"The majority of our tourism operators are fully operational and all popular tours, restaurants and accommodations are ready to deliver an unforgettable experience."
Jetstar's Head of Network, Fleet Strategy and Planning, Ted Knight, said the airline's records indicate that Vanuatu's tourism recovery is underway.
"Our booking data shows that interest in Vanuatu is returning as more Australian travellers select this Pacific Island paradise for their next escape.
"We are currently operating three return services a week, providing more than 1000 seats between Sydney and Port Vila.
"With Vanuatu's tourism industry ready to welcome back Australian visitors, now's a great time to book a winter escape to Port Vila with one-way sale fares starting from just $179 in our Vanuatu Sale."
Flight schedule
Flight # |
Frequency |
From |
To |
Depart |
Arrive |
JQ123 |
Mon, Thurs, Sat |
SYD |
VLI |
10:20 |
13:50 |
JQ124 |
Mon, Thurs, Sat |
VLI |
SYD |
15:15 |
19:10 |
Select peak periods:
Flight # |
Frequency |
From |
To |
Depart |
Arrive |
JQ123 |
Mon, Wed, Thurs, Sat |
SYD |
VLI |
10:20 |
13:50 |
JQ124 |
Mon, Wed, Thurs, Sat |
VLI |
SYD |
15:15 |
19:10 |
^Sale ends 11.59pm AEST Tuesday 8 April 2025, unless sold out. Prices based on payment by PayID, Jetstar voucher, Jetstar Gift Card, or bookings made with only Qantas Points at jetstar.com. For other options, a Payment Fee applies. See jetstar.com/fees. One-way, excludes checked bags. Travel dates and conditions apply.
