Travelling from Vancouver to Jacksons International Airport (POM): What you need to know
You can choose from a few airports when planning your flight from Vancouver to Jacksons International Airport (POM). Check out your options for flying out of Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Port Moresby is 17 hours ahead of Vancouver. Jacksons International Airport is located in Port Moresby, which is in the UTC+10 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Vancouver to POM. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Jacksons International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of the departures from Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% touch down on time at their destination.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in about 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Vancouver to POM flight? Unwind in a hotel near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is around 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Make catching an early Vancouver to Jacksons International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Abbotsford Airport and get to your gate without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights touch down as expected. At YXX, that rate is 67.97%.
About Jacksons International Airport (POM)
Consider booking a hotel near POM if you have a late flight from Vancouver to Jacksons International Airport. Select one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Jacksons International Airport (POM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Jacksons International Airport is 650 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 1.212 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Vancouver to POM, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Jacksons International Airport (POM)
February is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Jacksons International Airport (POM), while June is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Port Moresby based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Vancouver to POM plane ticket departing in December if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Port Moresby to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Vancouver to Jacksons International Airport in August when temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Port Moresby
Start your Port Moresby trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Vancouver to Jacksons International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Port Moresby won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that are worth your time include Port Moresby Nature Park, Experience PNG and South Sea Horizons.
Explore more of Papua New Guinea
Keep your adventure going and dive deeper into Papua New Guinea. Popondetta is around 137 kilometres north-east of Port Moresby and has no shortage of things to see and do, including Doreen Park.
Where to next? Head off for Bulolo. It's around 257 kilometres north of Port Moresby and home to highlights like McAdam National Park.