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CMH — POM
30 Apr — 7 May1
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Flights to Port Moresby in 2024

Find the latest flights to Port Moresby in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 605,443 searches and data was last updated on 25 April 2024.

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$832

Return from

$815

One-way from

$423
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Average for return flights in April 2024
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Port Moresby Jackson Fld
One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Port Moresby Jackson Fld (POM)

Average price of flights to Port Moresby by month

Plan your trip to Port Moresby by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Port Moresby is currently $0 while a return flight costs $0. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Port Moresby (average of $392). Flying to Port Moresby in July will prove the most costly (average of $451). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$677

February

$660

March

$618

April

$657

May

$661

June

$606

July

$694

August

$624

September

$670

October

$630

November

$603

December

$626

Weather-wise Port Moresby experiences little variation throughout the year. November and December are typically the warmest months and if you are looking for the sun, it is a great time to book your flights. You can expect to experience slightly lower temperatures from June through to August and you can find the cheapest flights to Port Moresby during these months. Although the temperature may decrease in September, the atmosphere certainly doesn’t as this month hosts the most prestigious celebration of independence in Papua New Guinea through the Hiri Moale Festival. The festival is a commemoration of the Hiri trading tradition and features colourful and vibrant displays of traditional dance, canoe racing, musical presentations and the Hiri Queen contest.

Since the city lies a mere two degrees south of the equator, daily sunrise and sunset remains pretty constant the whole year round, which is something to be mindful of when planning your day’s activities.

Temperature and rainfall in Port Moresby by month

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

POM

Temperature

25 - 27 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Port Moresby, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Port Moresby. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The best time to book flights to Port Moresby is 38 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 to Port Moresby?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Port Moresby. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Port Moresby should consider flying on Thursday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Port Moresby

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Port Moresby. 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 Port Moresby. Reviews last updated 25 April 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways and Air Niugini to Port Moresby by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.7
Good
1,004 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

An extremely overweight person booked the middle seat, right next to me. Something needs to be done in this industry to PREVENT this from being allowed.

7.7
Good
1,004 reviews
7.7
Good
1,004 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

An extremely overweight person booked the middle seat, right next to me. Something needs to be done in this industry to PREVENT this from being allowed.

Destination overview:

Often overlooked by tourists, Port Moresby is a city well worth a visit if you’re interested in exploring the history and culture of Papua New Guinea. As the country’s capital you will soon find that Port Moresby is home to a number of impressive sites. No travel itinerary to the city could be complete without a trip to Parliament Haus, opened by Prince Charles in 1984. The mosaic façade, which features some motifs of Papa New Guinea, is a focal point for photographers visiting this iconic building. Considering ‘Haus’ is German for ‘House’ you can immediately see how the city’s past has influenced it to become the place that it is today. Delve further back in history by taking a trip to the National Museum and Art Gallery, where you can learn more about the colonial and postcolonial history of the country. For fresh air and green spaces head outside to the National Botanical Gardens that span 25 hectares. A pocket of greenery in this bustling metropolis, the Botanical Gardens feature impressive orchid collections and various birds of paradise. For those who like to fit in some retail therapy on their journeys, you can enjoy a variety of shopping experiences in Port Moresby. Why not visit one of the craft markets and explore the authentic clothing and accessories, or head over to the PNG Arts, which offers visitors the chance to explore an array of arts and crafts in a huge warehouse style interior. Another point of interest has got to be the Hanuabada, meaning ‘Big Village’. Here you can see a collection of houses built on stilts over the Moresby Harbour, which tell of the city’s history and early inhabitants.

Getting around Port Moresby

It is often recommended to travel around Port Moresby via taxi. Carry out some research before your trip to determine which taxi companies are of good repute to ensure that you won’t fall foul of scam artists prying on tourists when you arrive here. Public motor vehicles (mini buses) are another option for those looking to make the most of their trip here – find one with your destination shown on the front or ask the driver for help if you are unsure which bus to take.

Getting downtown:

Situated 8 km away from the capital city of Port Moresby itself, the airport (POM) is known as the gateway to Papa New Guinea. On touching down from your flight, you can continue your journey by taxi, car hire, or public transportation.

  • What does POM mean?

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Port Moresby?

    Travellers will need to book flights to Jackson Fld (POM) if they wish to fly to Port Moresby. The Port Moresby airport is 4.2 km from the city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Port Moresby if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Port Moresby on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Port Moresby?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Qantas Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Port Moresby.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Port Moresby?

    Port Moresby Jackson Fld Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Port Moresby. One-way flights to Port Moresby Jackson Fld Airport typically cost $137, while return flights cost around $402.

  • How much is a return flight to Port Moresby?

    A return flight to Port Moresby will typically cost around $468, however they can be found for as little as $261.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Port Moresby depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Port Moresby, Cairns offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 30 minutes).

  • Does Port Moresby Jackson Fld Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Port Moresby Jackson Fld Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Port Moresby Jackson Fld Airport?

    Yes. Port Moresby Jackson Fld Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Gateway Hotel is the closest property to Port Moresby Jackson Fld Airport (0.0 km away from Port Moresby Jackson Fld Airport).

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