Which airlines fly from Cairns to Port Moresby?

Only Air Niugini operates flights between Cairns and Port Moresby.

Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Port Moresby?

Flights from Cairns to Port Moresby usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Port Moresby Jackson Fld (POM).

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cairns to Port Moresby flights?

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes: • Air Niugini: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairns to Port Moresby?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Cairns to Port Moresby.

Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cairns to Port Moresby?

The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Niugini. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner variants.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairns to Port Moresby?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Cairns to Port Moresby. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $468 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $530, a difference of $62. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How are flight departures from Cairns to Port Moresby spread across the day?

Morning is the busiest departure period on Cairns to Port Moresby flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

What are the earliest and latest flights from Cairns to Port Moresby?

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cairns to Port Moresby: • Earliest: departs at 07:00 and lands at 08:30 • Latest: departs at 12:00 and lands at 13:30. The flight takes about 1h 30m.

How long is a flight from Cairns to Port Moresby?

A direct flight from Cairns to Port Moresby takes 1h 30m, covering 1,355 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Port Moresby?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Cairns to Port Moresby changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $505 to $4,576. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Cairns to Port Moresby looking right now?

One-way fares from Cairns to Port Moresby are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $334, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.

How much should I expect to pay for a Cairns to Port Moresby flight?

Return flights from Cairns to Port Moresby range from $462 to $544, with an average of $509 over the past 12 months. Anything below $462 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Cairns to Port Moresby?

Return flights from Cairns to Port Moresby typically range from $462 to $544. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $505 on Air Niugini.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns to Port Moresby?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns to Port Moresby. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Port Moresby?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Port Moresby at $448 return. •November ($809) and December ($707) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 80% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Cairns to Port Moresby?

Air Niugini ($505) offered the cheapest return ticket from Cairns to Port Moresby in the last 5 days.

Which airline offers the most direct flights between Cairns and Port Moresby?

Air Niugini has the most frequent direct flights from Cairns to Port Moresby with 9 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

How many direct flights run daily between Cairns and Port Moresby?

There are 1 to 2 flights per day from Cairns to Port Moresby, about 9 flights per week. Monday has the most departures, with 22% of weekly flights.

What time of day do most flights depart from Cairns to Port Moresby?

Most direct flights from Cairns to Port Moresby depart in the morning, accounting for 100% of direct departures. Around 1 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Cairns to Port Moresby flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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How much is a return flight from Cairns to Port Moresby? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Cairns to Port Moresby departing in October.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns to Port Moresby?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns to Port Moresby. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Port Moresby? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Cairns to Port Moresby, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •April is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Port Moresby at $448 return.
•November ($809) and December ($707) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 80% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What are the earliest and latest flights from Cairns to Port Moresby?
These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cairns to Port Moresby:

• Earliest: departs at 07:00 and lands at 08:30
• Latest: departs at 12:00 and lands at 13:30.

The flight takes about 1h 30m.
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairns to Port Moresby?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Cairns to Port Moresby.
How long is a flight from Cairns to Port Moresby?
A direct flight from Cairns to Port Moresby takes 1h 30m, covering 1,355 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Port Moresby?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Cairns to Port Moresby flight?
Return flights from Cairns to Port Moresby range from $462 to $544, with an average of $509 over the past 12 months. Anything below $462 counts as a good deal.
Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cairns to Port Moresby?
The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Niugini. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner variants.
How are flight departures from Cairns to Port Moresby spread across the day?
Morning is the busiest departure period on Cairns to Port Moresby flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.
Have flight prices from Cairns to Port Moresby changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $505 to $4,576. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Cairns to Port Moresby looking right now?
One-way fares from Cairns to Port Moresby are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $334, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Port Moresby?
Flights from Cairns to Port Moresby usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Port Moresby Jackson Fld (POM).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairns to Port Moresby?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Cairns to Port Moresby. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $468 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $530, a difference of $62.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
Which airlines fly from Cairns to Port Moresby?
Only Air Niugini operates flights between Cairns and Port Moresby.
Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cairns to Port Moresby flights?
Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Air Niugini: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $468, about $62 less than Thursday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cairns to Port Moresby trip for April. Fares historically average $448 return in that month – typically $361 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Port Moresby Jackson Fld Airport.

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