Travelling from Port Moresby Airport (POM) to Sydney Airport (SYD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Port Moresby Airport to Sydney Airport is 3 hours 55 minutes.
Sydney is one hour ahead of Port Moresby and observes the UTC+11 timezone.
Pack your bags and choose from four weekly Port Moresby Airport to Sydney Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your POM to SYD flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like January? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Sydney (and then discovering more of Australia!) is easy with Air Niugini. This popular carrier has direct flights from Port Moresby Airport to Sydney Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with Air Niugini on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates POM to SYD flights is Air Niugini. Its services land as planned 68.75% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Port Moresby Airport to Sydney Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between POM and SYD:
Singapore Changi Airport
Brisbane Airport
Cairns Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Port Moresby Airport (POM) to Sydney Airport (SYD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Port Moresby Airport to Sydney Airport flight is 209 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 452 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book five months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from POM to SYD.
The cheapest month for flights from Port Moresby Airport to Sydney Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Port Moresby Airport (POM)
When it comes to Port Moresby Airport's on-time performance, 62% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Port Moresby Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Port Moresby. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near POM. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Port Moresby Airport to Sydney Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Sydney Airport (SYD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Port Moresby Airport to Sydney Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Sydney Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car rental, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sydney and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Sydney Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Sydney Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Sydney. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It'll take around 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Sydney Airport (SYD)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Port Moresby Airport to Sydney Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Sydney. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Port Moresby Airport to Sydney Airport for January if you'd like to visit Sydney during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from POM to SYD sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Sydney, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Travel about 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to tick off its leading sights. From National Gallery of Australia to National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in Australia, consider Newcastle, about 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Merewether Beach, Nobbys Beach and Newcastle Beach are among the biggest draws.