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      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cairns Airport to Port Moresby Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 346 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Port Moresby.343 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan, returning Tue, 19 Jan.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Cairns on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Port Moresby on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 343 €, select.
      Port Moresby.344 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Dec, returning Sat, 19 Dec.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Cairns on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Port Moresby on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 344 €, select.
      Port Moresby.345 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct, returning Sun, 25 Oct.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Cairns on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Port Moresby on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 345 €, select.
      Port Moresby.345 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb, returning Wed, 24 Feb.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Cairns on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Port Moresby on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 345 €, select.
      Port Moresby.346 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Cairns on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Port Moresby on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 346 €, select.
      Port Moresby.356 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Thu, 19 Nov.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Cairns on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Port Moresby on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 356 €, select.
      Port Moresby.358 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Cairns on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Port Moresby on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 358 €, select.
      Port Moresby.688 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Port Moresby on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 688 €, select.
      Port Moresby.688 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Jan, returning Tue, 2 Feb.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Port Moresby on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 688 €, select.
      Port Moresby.716 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec, returning Mon, 4 Jan.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Port Moresby on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 716 €, select.

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      Direct flights from Cairns to Port Moresby

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      Cairns to Port Moresby: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found343 €
      Cheapest month to flyJanuary
      Average flight time1 hr, 30 mins
      Most popular airlineAir Niugini
      Average flights per week10

      Finding cheap flights from Cairns to Port Moresby: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Cairns to Port Moresby is 343 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      1 hour and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Cairns to Port Moresby.
      Air Niugini flies direct from Cairns to Port Moresby.
      As of August 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from Cairns to Port Moresby.
      The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Port Moresby is usually January.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Port Moresby Airport on Tuesday, 12 January 2027.
      Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 30 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Port Moresby but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Port Moresby is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, Air Niugini offers the cheapest flight tickets to Port Moresby.

      Travelling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Port Moresby Airport (POM): what you need to know

      • Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Cairns Airport to Port Moresby Airport.

      • Cairns and Port Moresby share the UTC+10 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.

      • Each week, there are nine Cairns Airport to Port Moresby Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as early as possible, go for the 07:00 Air Niugini flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 11:55 with Air Niugini.

      • To ensure you get on your CNS to POM flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

      • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

      • Getting to Port Moresby (and then exploring more of Papua New Guinea!) is a cinch with Air Niugini. This popular airline offers direct flights from Cairns Airport to Port Moresby Airport.

      • Air Niugini is the top choice for travellers on this route.

      • With 72.73% of services arriving as scheduled, Air Niugini is the most punctual carrier operating CNS to POM flights.

      • Choose a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Cairns Airport to Port Moresby Airport. Sydney Airport is a top stopover on the CNS to POM route.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Port Moresby Airport (POM)

      • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cairns Airport to Port Moresby Airport flight is 198 €. A return ticket right now is 343 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

      • To score cheap tickets from CNS to POM, book your trip seven months before your departure date.

      • The cheapest month for flights from Cairns Airport to Port Moresby Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

      • You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CNS to POM.

      • Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cairns Airport to Port Moresby Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

      Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)

      • When it comes to the on-time performance of Cairns Airport, 74% of flights complete their journey on time.

      • Cairns Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Cairns. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

      • The trip when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.

      • Have an early flight from Cairns Airport to Port Moresby Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near CNS:

      Arriving at Port Moresby Airport (POM)

      Getting from Port Moresby Airport (POM) to central Port Moresby

      • Port Moresby Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Port Moresby. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.

      • It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

      When to fly to Port Moresby Airport (POM)

      • January is the busiest month for flights from Cairns Airport to Port Moresby Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Port Moresby in March.

      • Before locking in your flight from Cairns Airport to Port Moresby Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. December is the warmest month in Port Moresby, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

      • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CNS to POM in August. Average temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.

      Explore more of Papua New Guinea

      • Pack more into your Papua New Guinea trip by exploring beyond Port Moresby. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, Lae is another awesome city to put on your must-do list. Tick off some of its biggest attractions like Lae Botanic Gardens while you're there.

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