Travelling from London to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (POM): What you need to know
Port Moresby is ten hours ahead of London. Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport is located in Port Moresby, which is in the UTC+10 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from London to POM, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Whether you want to discover another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from London to POM.
The journey from central London to LHR takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68% land on schedule at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can reach LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your London to POM flight, kick back in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 70%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
From the centre of London, STN is around 56 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the airport by car and 45 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early London to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to London Stansted Airport and get to your boarding gate without rushing:
The on-time performance rating of STN is 65%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (POM)
Reserve a hotel near POM if you're catching a late flight from London to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Getting from Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (POM) to central Port Moresby
Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport to the centre of Port Moresby is around 8 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (POM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport is 707 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 895 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to POM. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap London to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (POM)
August is the busiest month for flights from London to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (POM). Plan your visit to Port Moresby in October if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
When booking your London to POM plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. December is the warmest month in Port Moresby, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport in August when temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Port Moresby
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Port Moresby right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from London to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Port Moresby Nature Park, Experience PNG and South Sea Horizons are must-do's during your Port Moresby adventure.
Explore more of Papua New Guinea
Get to know Port Moresby, then set off to uncover other exciting places in Papua New Guinea. Head northeast to Popondetta, about 137 kilometres away. Doreen Park and Independance Oval make excellent starting points for your visit.
Another favourite stop in Papua New Guinea, Bulolo is roughly 257 kilometres north of Port Moresby. Set aside time for highlights including McAdam National Park.