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Cheap flights from Cairns to Port Moresby from $278

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CNS — POM
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult
Tue 21/5
Tue 28/5

The best prices from Cairns to Port Moresby Jackson Fld are usually found in May or August, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Port Moresby

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Port Moresby (POM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 May 2024.

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Round-trip from

$587

One-way from

$278
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Cairns to Port Moresby?

Users have found that leaving on a Thursday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 11% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cairns to Port Moresby?

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 40 days in advance to save up to 71% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 40 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Cairns to Port Moresby 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $554, or $645 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

May can be a great time to fly to Port Moresby from Cairns with a flight ticket averaging about $584. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of May for as cheap as $349. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of September.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Port Moresby (CNS - POM)?

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 56% on flights from Cairns to Port Moresby by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Cheap Air Niugini flights from Cairns to Port Moresby

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Niugini for the route between Cairns and Port Moresby. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 536,630 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Air Niugini flights we've detected travelling from Cairns to Port Moresby. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Thu 1/807:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Sun 11/817:00POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 15/5$503
Fri 7/607:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Sun 9/617:00POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 15/5$525
Sat 10/811:55CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Sun 18/817:00POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 15/5$534
Sat 10/807:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Sun 18/817:00POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 16/5$539
Fri 13/907:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Mon 23/909:35POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 16/5$558

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Port Moresby

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Cairns and Port Moresby. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 536,630 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Qantas Airways flights travelling from Cairns to Port Moresby. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Thu 1/813:45CNS - POM
2 stops23h 05mQantas Airways
Sun 11/813:15POM - CNS
1 stop19h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/5$1,001
Thu 1/813:45CNS - POM
2 stops23h 05mQantas Airways
Sun 11/813:15POM - CNS
2 stops23h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/5$1,016
Fri 7/616:00CNS - POM
1 stop20h 20mQantas Airways
Sun 9/613:15POM - CNS
2 stops23h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/5$1,136

Cairns to Port Moresby 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cairns and Port Moresby in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 536,630 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Cairns to Port Moresby in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Thu 1/807:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Sun 11/817:00POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 15/5$503
Sat 10/807:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Sun 18/817:00POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 16/5$539
Fri 13/907:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Mon 23/909:35POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 16/5$558
Thu 1/807:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/813:15POM - CNS
1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$711
Thu 1/807:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/813:15POM - CNS
1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$721
Thu 1/807:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/813:15POM - CNS
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$726
Fri 13/907:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/913:15POM - CNS
1 stop19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$739
Fri 5/707:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/710:30POM - CNS
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$744
Thu 1/813:45CNS - POM
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/817:00POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$832

Direct flights to Port Moresby from Cairns

Discover direct flight options from Cairns to Port Moresby. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 536,630 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the direct flights travelling from Cairns to Port Moresby in the near future. Users seeking other options on flights from Cairns to Port Moresby should update the search form at the top of the page.
Thu 1/807:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Sun 11/817:00POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 15/5$503
Sat 10/807:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Sun 18/817:00POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 16/5$539
Fri 13/907:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Mon 23/909:35POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 16/5$558

One-way flights to Port Moresby from Cairns

Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to Port Moresby. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 536,630 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Cairns to Port Moresby, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Cairns to Port Moresby instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Tue 4/607:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 16/5$278
Thu 6/607:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 16/5$284
Fri 13/907:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 16/5$299
Thu 6/606:00CNS - POM
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$473
Fri 13/909:00CNS - POM
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$512
Wed 5/606:00CNS - POM
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$519
Tue 4/606:00CNS - POM
1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$522
Fri 7/606:00CNS - POM
1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$537
Fri 13/918:55CNS - POM
2 stops18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$653

Find flights from Cairns to Port Moresby within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Port Moresby that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 536,630 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.

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$503 - $1,001

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Price

CairnsPort Moresby Jackson Fld

CNS - POM

CNSPOM

Cairns

Thu 1/8

Nonstop1h 30m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sun 11/8

Nonstop1h 30m

$503

CairnsPort Moresby Jackson Fld

CNS - POM

CNSPOM

Cairns

Fri 7/6

Nonstop1h 30m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sun 9/6

Nonstop1h 30m

$525

CairnsPort Moresby Jackson Fld

CNS - POM

CNSPOM

Cairns

Sat 10/8

Nonstop1h 30m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sun 18/8

Nonstop1h 30m

$534

CairnsPort Moresby Jackson Fld

CNS - POM

CNSPOM

Cairns

Sat 10/8

Nonstop1h 30m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sun 18/8

Nonstop1h 30m

$539

CairnsPort Moresby Jackson Fld

CNS - POM

CNSPOM

Cairns

Fri 13/9

Nonstop1h 30m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Mon 23/9

Nonstop1h 30m

$558

CairnsPort Moresby Jackson Fld

CNS - POM

CNSPOM

Cairns

Thu 1/8

Nonstop1h 30m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sun 11/8

1 stop9h 20m

$711

CairnsPort Moresby Jackson Fld

CNS - POM

CNSPOM

Cairns

Thu 1/8

Nonstop1h 30m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sun 11/8

2 stops23h 50m

$726

CairnsPort Moresby Jackson Fld

CNS - POM

CNSPOM

Cairns

Fri 13/9

Nonstop1h 30m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Mon 23/9

1 stop19h 10m

$739

CairnsPort Moresby Jackson Fld

CNS - POM

CNSPOM

Cairns

Thu 1/8

2 stops23h 05m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sun 11/8

1 stop19h 10m

$1,001

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When is the best time to book a flight from Cairns to Port Moresby?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cairns to Port Moresby. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
The best time to book flights from Cairns to Port Moresby is 39 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Port Moresby?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cairns to Port Moresby. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to Port Moresby flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Port Moresby by month

Plan your trip from Cairns to Port Moresby by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cairns to Port Moresby is currently $453 while a return flight costs $649. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Port Moresby (average of $392). Flying from Cairns to Port Moresby in July is currently the most expensive (average of $451). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$660

February

$642

March

$602

April

$627

May

$644

June

$591

July

$675

August

$596

September

$657

October

$614

November

$587

December

$614

Temperature and rainfall in Port Moresby by month

Plan your trip to Port Moresby by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

POM

Temperature

25 - 27 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Port Moresby

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Port Moresby. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Port Moresby. Reviews last updated 16 May 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Niugini and Qantas Airways from Cairns to Port Moresby have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
967 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

An extremely overweight person booked the middle seat, right next to me. Something needs to be done in this industry to PREVENT this from being allowed.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
967 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
967 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

An extremely overweight person booked the middle seat, right next to me. Something needs to be done in this industry to PREVENT this from being allowed.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Cairns to Port Moresby?

    If you wish to fly to Port Moresby from Cairns, then you need to book flights from Cairns to Port Moresby Jackson Fld. There is 1 flight from Cairns (CNS) to Jackson Fld (POM) per day to choose from. Flights to Port Moresby from Cairns are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 30m is how long a nonstop flight from Cairns to Port Moresby Jackson Fld typically takes.

  • Can I find flights from Cairns to Port Moresby for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Port Moresby for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air Niugini for just $503, but on average you can expect to pay $897.

  • Are there direct flights from Cairns to Port Moresby for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 3 direct flights from Cairns to Port Moresby under $600. A good price for a direct flight from Cairns to Port Moresby is less than $533.

  • How popular is this Cairns to Port Moresby flight route?

    The Cairns to Port Moresby Jackson Fld flight path was viewed by 715 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Port Moresby round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Cairns to Port Moresby is Air Niugini. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $503 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Qantas Airways, starting at $1,001. These flights start at 13% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Port Moresby?

    While on average a flight from Cairns to Port Moresby is generally $711, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $255. When looking at the most popular route, (Cairns - Port Moresby Jackson Fld), you can expect to pay $503 for that flight.

  • What does CNS to POM mean?

    Great question - CNS to POM just means Cairns Airport to Port Moresby Jackson Fld Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Port Moresby that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cairns to Port Moresby flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Cairns to Port Moresby with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cairns to Port Moresby flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Port Moresby that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to Port Moresby flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to Port Moresby?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to Port Moresby.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to Port Moresby?

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  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Port Moresby that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cairns to Port Moresby offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cairns to Port Moresby?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cairns to Port Moresby flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Cairns to Port Moresby flight deals updated?

    The Cairns to Port Moresby flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 16/5.

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