Travelling from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Jacksons International Airport (POM): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Brisbane Airport to Jacksons International Airport is 3 hours 10 minutes.
Port Moresby's timezone is UTC+10, which is the same as Brisbane.
Each week, there are 131 Brisbane Airport to Jacksons International Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, pick the 06:45 Air Niugini flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 14:40 with Air Niugini.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BNE to POM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Air Niugini is your gateway to discovering Port Moresby (and perhaps some other great parts of Papua New Guinea!). Browse the direct flights from Brisbane Airport to Jacksons International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Air Niugini.
Qantas is the most punctual carrier operating BNE to POM flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Brisbane Airport to Jacksons International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between BNE and POM include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Cairns Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Jacksons International Airport (POM)
Currently, 212 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Jacksons International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 340 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BNE to POM.
The cheapest month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Jacksons International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BNE to POM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Brisbane Airport to Jacksons International Airport.
Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Brisbane Airport, data shows 66.16% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Brisbane Airport from central Brisbane, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Jacksons International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near BNE:
Arriving at Jacksons International Airport (POM)
Book a hotel near POM if you have a late Brisbane Airport to Jacksons International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to central Port Moresby
From Jacksons International Airport, Port Moresby is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Jacksons International Airport (POM)
The quietest month for a flight from Brisbane Airport to Jacksons International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Port Moresby based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Brisbane Airport to Jacksons International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. December is the warmest month in Port Moresby, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BNE to POM around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Papua New Guinea
You've done Port Moresby, now it's time to discover more of Papua New Guinea. Travel about 306 kilometres north to Lae to tick off its leading attractions. From Lae War Cemetery to Lae Botanic Gardens and Amelia Earhart Memorial Lae PNG, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Any trip through Papua New Guinea wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in Popondetta. Doreen Park is a highlight in this destination, which is roughly 145 kilometres north-east of Port Moresby.