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Cheap flights from Port Moresby to Cairns from $237

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
POM — CNS
9 May — 16 May1
1 adult
Thu 9/5
Thu 16/5

The best prices from Port Moresby Jackson Fld to Cairns are usually found in October or May, booked 19 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Port Moresby to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Port Moresby (POM) to Cairns (CNS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 4 May 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Round-trip from

$285

One-way from

$237
High demand for flights, 31% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 20% potential price drop
From Port Moresby Jackson Fld to Cairns
One-way flight from Port Moresby Jackson Fld to Cairns

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Port Moresby to Cairns?

Flights from Port Moresby to Cairns are generally found to be more expensive on Wednesday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Cairns.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Port Moresby to Cairns?

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 20 days in advance to save up to 42% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 20 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Port Moresby to Cairns 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $716, or $716 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns?

October is one of the best times of the year to fly to Cairns from Port Moresby. Prices for October average $648 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $512. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a October flight can save you 44% on your journey compared to booking in June

When is the cheapest time to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns (POM - CNS)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Port Moresby to Cairns at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Air Niugini flights from Port Moresby to Cairns

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Niugini for the route between Port Moresby and Cairns. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 542,917 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Air Niugini flights we've found from Port Moresby to Cairns. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Thu 1/817:00POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Tue 13/807:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 4/5$525
Sun 22/917:00POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Tue 8/1007:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 3/5$634
Mon 23/909:35POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Wed 2/1007:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 4/5$637

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Port Moresby to Cairns

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Port Moresby and Cairns. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 542,917 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Qantas Airways flights travelling from Port Moresby to Cairns. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Mon 23/913:15POM - CNS
1 stop19h 10mQantas Airways
Wed 2/1016:00CNS - POM
1 stop20h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/5$917
Mon 23/913:15POM - CNS
1 stop19h 10mQantas Airways
Wed 2/1016:00CNS - POM
1 stop20h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/5$920
Sun 22/913:15POM - CNS
1 stop9h 20mQantas Airways
Tue 8/1009:10CNS - POM
1 stop27h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/5$964
Mon 23/913:15POM - CNS
1 stop9h 20mQantas Airways
Wed 2/1013:45CNS - POM
2 stops47h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/5$995
Mon 23/913:15POM - CNS
1 stop19h 10mQantas Airways
Wed 2/1013:45CNS - POM
2 stops47h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/5$998
Thu 1/813:15POM - CNS
1 stop9h 20mQantas Airways
Tue 13/817:50CNS - POM
2 stops42h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/5$1,166

Port Moresby to Cairns 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Port Moresby and Cairns in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 542,917 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Port Moresby to Cairns in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 1/817:00POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Tue 13/807:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 4/5$525
Sun 17/1117:00POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Tue 19/1107:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 2/5$573
Sun 22/917:00POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Tue 8/1007:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 3/5$634
Mon 23/909:35POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Wed 2/1007:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 4/5$637
Thu 1/817:00POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/806:00CNS - POM
1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$731
Mon 23/913:15POM - CNS
1 stop19h 10mQantas Airways
Wed 2/1016:00CNS - POM
1 stop20h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/5$917
Mon 23/913:15POM - CNS
1 stop19h 10mQantas Airways
Wed 2/1016:00CNS - POM
1 stop20h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/5$920
Thu 1/813:15POM - CNS
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/807:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$934
Sun 22/913:15POM - CNS
1 stop9h 20mQantas Airways
Tue 8/1009:10CNS - POM
1 stop27h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/5$964

Direct flights to Cairns from Port Moresby

Discover direct flight options from Port Moresby to Cairns. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 542,917 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from Port Moresby to Cairns. Search for alternative flights from Port Moresby to Cairns by utilising the search form above.
Thu 1/817:00POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Tue 13/807:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 4/5$525
Sun 22/917:00POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Tue 8/1007:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 3/5$634
Mon 23/909:35POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Wed 2/1007:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 4/5$637

One-way flights to Cairns from Port Moresby

Search for one-way flight options from Port Moresby to Cairns. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 542,917 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Port Moresby to Cairns. For those needing a return trip from Port Moresby, there is a search form available above.
Wed 26/617:00POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 3/5$237
Wed 26/606:30POM - CNS
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$437
Wed 26/613:15POM - CNS
2 stops23h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/5$632
Wed 26/613:15POM - CNS
3 stops30h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/5$802

Find flights from Port Moresby to Cairns within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Port Moresby to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 542,917 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.

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Port Moresby Jackson FldCairns

POM - CNS

POMCNS

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Thu 1/8

Nonstop1h 30m

Cairns

Tue 13/8

Nonstop1h 30m

$525

Port Moresby Jackson FldCairns

POM - CNS

POMCNS

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sun 22/9

Nonstop1h 30m

Cairns

Tue 8/10

Nonstop1h 30m

$634

Port Moresby Jackson FldCairns

POM - CNS

POMCNS

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Mon 23/9

Nonstop1h 30m

Cairns

Wed 2/10

Nonstop1h 30m

$637

Port Moresby Jackson FldCairns

POM - CNS

POMCNS

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Thu 1/8

Nonstop1h 30m

Cairns

Tue 13/8

1 stop11h 50m

$731

Port Moresby Jackson FldCairns

POM - CNS

POMCNS

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Mon 23/9

1 stop19h 10m

Cairns

Wed 2/10

1 stop20h 20m

$917

Port Moresby Jackson FldCairns

POM - CNS

POMCNS

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Mon 23/9

1 stop19h 10m

Cairns

Wed 2/10

1 stop20h 20m

$920

Port Moresby Jackson FldCairns

POM - CNS

POMCNS

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Thu 1/8

2 stops30h 10m

Cairns

Tue 13/8

Nonstop1h 30m

$934

Port Moresby Jackson FldCairns

POM - CNS

POMCNS

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sun 22/9

1 stop9h 20m

Cairns

Tue 8/10

1 stop27h 10m

$964

Port Moresby Jackson FldCairns

POM - CNS

POMCNS

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Mon 23/9

1 stop9h 20m

Cairns

Wed 2/10

2 stops47h 05m

$995

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When is the best time to book a flight from Port Moresby to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Port Moresby to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
The best time to book flights from Port Moresby to Cairns is 19 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Port Moresby to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Port Moresby to Cairns flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Cairns by month

Plan your trip from Port Moresby to Cairns by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Port Moresby to Cairns is currently $527 while a return flight costs $806. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Port Moresby to Cairns (average of $188). Flying from Port Moresby to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $279). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$285

February

$288

March

$288

April

$302

May

$303

June

$423

July

$379

August

$323

September

$338

October

$297

November

$300

December

$302

Temperature and rainfall in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CNS

Temperature

21 - 27 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairns. Reviews last updated 4 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns, see what other customers have to say about Air Niugini and Qantas Airways. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.7
Good
983 reviews

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

As always the crew were great, but they bear the burden for a lack lustre management. The flight was late, causing issues for us. The food was rubbish, a vegetable pizza on a piece of soggy white crust. The fish rots from the head.

7.7
Good
983 reviews
7.7
Good
983 reviews

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

As always the crew were great, but they bear the burden for a lack lustre management. The flight was late, causing issues for us. The food was rubbish, a vegetable pizza on a piece of soggy white crust. The fish rots from the head.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns?

    If you book a flight from Port Moresby to Cairns, you will be flying from Jackson Fld to Cairns. Flights to Cairns (CNS) from Port Moresby Jackson Fld (POM) take 1h 30m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from Jackson Fld to Cairns per day from 1 airline.

  • Can I find flights from Port Moresby to Cairns for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Port Moresby to Cairns for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air Niugini for just $525, but on average you can expect to pay $969.

  • Are there direct flights from Port Moresby to Cairns for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 3 direct flights from Port Moresby to Cairns under $600. A good price for a direct flight from Port Moresby to Cairns is less than $597.

  • How popular is this Port Moresby to Cairns flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Port Moresby to Cairns round-trip?

    Air Niugini, at $525, was found to be the cheapest airline from Port Moresby to Cairns. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Qantas Airways. You may be able to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns for 19% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Port Moresby to Cairns?

    While on average a flight from Port Moresby to Cairns is generally $469, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $261. When looking at the most popular route, (Port Moresby Jackson Fld - Cairns), you can expect to pay $506 for that flight.

  • What does POM to CNS mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Port Moresby Jackson Fld Airport to Cairns Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a POM to CNS flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Port Moresby to Cairns that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Port Moresby to Cairns flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Port Moresby to Cairns with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Port Moresby to Cairns flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Port Moresby to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Port Moresby to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Port Moresby to Cairns?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Port Moresby to Cairns.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Port Moresby to Cairns?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Port Moresby to Cairns by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Port Moresby to Cairns that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Port Moresby to Cairns offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Port Moresby to Cairns?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Port Moresby to Cairns flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Port Moresby to Cairns flight deals updated?

    The Port Moresby to Cairns flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/5.

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