Flying from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to Canberra Airport (CBR): what you need to know
Canberra is one hour ahead of Port Moresby and follows the UTC+11 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your POM to CBR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jacksons International Airport to Canberra Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between POM and CBR:
Brisbane Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Cairns Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to Canberra Airport (CBR)
328 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Jacksons International Airport to Canberra Airport flight. Return flights start at 688 €. These fares can change based on availability.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from POM to CBR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Jacksons International Airport to Canberra Airport.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Jacksons International Airport to Canberra Airport.
Handy information about Jacksons International Airport (POM)
59.86% of flights that leave from Jacksons International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Jacksons International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Port Moresby. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near POM. Whether you have an early flight from Jacksons International Airport to Canberra Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Canberra Airport (CBR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Jacksons International Airport to Canberra Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CBR instead:
Pick up a Canberra Airport rental car and discover Canberra and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Sixt and Alamo are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Canberra Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Canberra Airport (CBR) to central Canberra
From Canberra Airport, Canberra is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Canberra Airport (CBR)
The quietest month for a flight from Jacksons International Airport to Canberra Airport is January, while February is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Canberra based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Canberra is January, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Jacksons International Airport to Canberra Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from POM to CBR sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Australia you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometres north-east of Canberra, a visit to Sydney will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Australia, head for Melbourne, about 467 kilometres south-west of Canberra. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are among its highlights.
