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Cheap flights from Port Moresby to Cairns from $247

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 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
POM — CNS
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Port Moresby to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Port Moresby to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 December 2025.

Fri 26/1209:35POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Fri 9/107:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 4/12$811
Mon 29/1213:40POM - CNS
1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/107:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$830
Mon 29/1213:40POM - CNS
1 stop9h 25mQantas Airways
Fri 9/106:00CNS - POM
1 stop6h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/12$876
Sun 28/1213:40POM - CNS
1 stop18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/107:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$880
Fri 26/1209:35POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/106:00CNS - POM
1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$959
Sun 28/1213:40POM - CNS
1 stop9h 25mQantas Airways
Fri 9/106:00CNS - POM
1 stop6h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/12$960
Mon 29/1209:35POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Fri 9/107:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 4/12$980
Wed 31/1206:30POM - CNS
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/111:55CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$1,059
Thu 25/1213:30POM - CNS
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/107:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$1,140
Wed 31/1217:00POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Sat 3/111:55CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 4/12$1,142

Find 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 5 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$501

One-way from

$247

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$534

Good one-way deal

$536 or less
Air Niugini
  • Air Niugini
  • 24/2-4/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • Port Moresby to Cairns
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  • 4/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Port Moresby to Cairns
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Port Moresby Jackson Fld to Cairns.
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Port MoresbyCairns

POM - CNS

POMCNS

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Tue 24/2

17:00-18:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Cairns

Wed 4/3

07:00-08:30

Nonstop1h 30m

$501

Port MoresbyCairns

POM - CNS

POMCNS

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Fri 16/1

09:35-11:05

Nonstop1h 30m

Cairns

Fri 23/1

07:00-08:30

Nonstop1h 30m

$555

Port MoresbyCairns

POM - CNS

POMCNS

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Fri 23/1

09:35-11:05

Nonstop1h 30m

Cairns

Tue 27/1

07:00-08:30

Nonstop1h 30m

$563

Port MoresbyCairns

POM - CNS

POMCNS

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Mon 30/3

09:35-11:05

Nonstop1h 30m

Cairns

Tue 7/4

07:00-08:30

Nonstop1h 30m

$585

Port MoresbyCairns

POM - CNS

POMCNS

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Mon 30/3

09:35-11:05

Nonstop1h 30m

Cairns

Mon 6/4

07:00-08:30

Nonstop1h 30m

$593

Port MoresbyCairns

POM - CNS

POMCNS

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sun 12/4

17:00-18:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Cairns

Wed 15/4

07:00-08:30

Nonstop1h 30m

$614

Port MoresbyCairns

POM - CNS

POMCNS

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sat 24/1

09:35-11:05

Nonstop1h 30m

$275

Port MoresbyCairns

POM - CNS

POMCNS

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Tue 13/1

17:00-18:30

Nonstop1h 30m

$278

Port MoresbyCairns

POM - CNS

POMCNS

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Tue 9/12

17:00-18:30

Nonstop1h 30m

$280

Port MoresbyCairns

POM - CNS

POMCNS

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Fri 23/1

17:00-18:30

Nonstop1h 30m

$293

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Port Moresby to Cairns?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Port Moresby to Cairns (average of $381). Flying from Port Moresby to Cairns in May is currently the most expensive (average of $547). 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.

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

    This flight path from Port Moresby Jackson Fld to Cairns was viewed by 20 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Port Moresby to Cairns?

    For as low as $501, Air Niugini can have you in Cairns from Port Moresby in 1h 30m. The distance from Port Moresby to Cairns is about 842 km. All flights are typically direct.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns round-trip?

    Air Niugini, at $437, was found to be the cheapest airline from Port Moresby to Cairns.. You may be able to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns for 22% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

    While on average a flight from Port Moresby to Cairns is generally $536, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $284. When looking at the most popular route, (Port Moresby Jackson Fld - Cairns), you can expect to pay $501 for that flight.

  • 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.

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    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?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Port Moresby to Cairns?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Port Moresby to Cairns (average of $381). Flying from Port Moresby to Cairns in May is currently the most expensive (average of $547). 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.

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