Travelling from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Jacksons International Airport (POM): what you need to know
The timezone in Port Moresby is UTC+10, which is one hour behind Canberra.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your CBR to POM flight.
During popular months like February, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Canberra Airport to Jacksons International Airport. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a top stopover on the CBR to POM route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Jacksons International Airport (POM)
405 € is the best price for a one-way Canberra Airport to Jacksons International Airport flight. Return flights start from 636 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from CBR to POM. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport to Jacksons International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CBR to POM by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Canberra Airport to Jacksons International Airport.
Handy information about Canberra Airport (CBR)
72.61% of flights that take off from Canberra Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Canberra Airport from central Canberra, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near CBR. Whether you're taking an early flight from Canberra Airport to Jacksons International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Jacksons International Airport (POM)
Consider booking a hotel near POM if you're taking a late Canberra Airport to Jacksons International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to central Port Moresby
Jacksons International Airport to central Port Moresby has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When to fly to Jacksons International Airport (POM)
The quietest month for a flight from Canberra Airport to Jacksons International Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Port Moresby based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Port Moresby is December, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Canberra Airport to Jacksons International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
August has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CBR to POM sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Papua New Guinea
Port Moresby is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Papua New Guinea you should also see. About 306 kilometres north of Port Moresby, a trip to Lae will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Lae War Cemetery, Lae Botanic Gardens and Amelia Earhart Memorial Lae PNG.
Have time for another stop? Head for Popondetta. It's located about 145 kilometres north-east of Port Moresby and is known for highlights like Doreen Park.