Because of the coronavirus pandemic, Pacific islanders had previously been unable to travel to take up seasonal work opportunities - but Australia was now making an exception for the pilot project.
The flight had been delayed for several days, pending government approval.
However Vanuatu's Deputy Prime Minister, Ishmael Kalsakau, said he was now satisifed the 162 workers would be safe.
"The government is satisfied that the appropriate protocols have been put in place.
