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Cheap flights from Cairns to Papua New Guinea from $274

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 23/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — POM
1 Apr — 8 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Papua New Guinea

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to Papua New Guinea flight deals. Data was last updated 27 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$509

One-way from

$274

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$636

Good round-trip deal

$541 or less

Good one-way deal

$278 or less
Air Niugini
  • Air Niugini
  • 10/5-17/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • Cairns to Papua New Guinea
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Air Niugini
  • Air Niugini
  • 23/5
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Cairns to Papua New Guinea
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($62 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Papua New Guinea
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Papua New Guinea. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 March 2025.

Sat 10/507:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Sat 17/509:35POM - CNS
Nonstop1h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 26/3$509
Sat 10/507:00CNS - POM
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/513:15POM - CNS
1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$733
Sat 21/609:00CNS - POM
1 stop27h 25mQantas Airways
Sun 29/613:15POM - CNS
1 stop7h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/3$6,507

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to Papua New Guinea that are best for you.

Fly from

Cairns

Fly to

Papua New Guinea

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsPort Moresby

CNS - POM

CNSPOM

Cairns

Sat 10/5

07:00-08:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sat 17/5

09:35-11:05

Nonstop1h 30m

$509

CairnsPort Moresby

CNS - POM

CNSPOM

Cairns

Sat 10/5

07:00-08:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sat 17/5

13:15-20:55

1 stop7h 40m

$733

CairnsPort Moresby

CNS - POM

CNSPOM

Cairns

Sat 21/6

09:00-12:25

1 stop27h 25m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sun 29/6

13:15-20:55

1 stop7h 40m

$6,507

CairnsPort Moresby

CNS - POM

CNSPOM

Cairns

Fri 6/6

11:55-13:25

Nonstop1h 30m

$295

CairnsPort Moresby

CNS - POM

CNSPOM

Cairns

Fri 6/6

15:35-12:25

1 stop20h 50m

$549

CairnsPort Moresby

CNS - POM

CNSPOM

Cairns

Fri 6/6

12:15-12:25

2 stops24h 10m

$596

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 26/3

Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Papua New Guinea

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to Papua New Guinea

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to Papua New Guinea?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Papua New Guinea (average of $402). Flying from Cairns to Papua New Guinea in December is currently the most expensive (average of $458). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CNS to PG?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Papua New Guinea. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 March 2025.

When flying from Cairns to Papua New Guinea, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Papua New Guinea by month

Plan your trip to Papua New Guinea by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Papua New Guinea ranges from 20.0 - 210.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 210.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Papua New Guinea when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Papua New Guinea by month

Plan your trip to Papua New Guinea by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Papua New Guinea, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Papua New Guinea

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Papua New Guinea. 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 Papua New Guinea. Reviews last updated 27 March 2025.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SYD - DFW

They need to improve the check-in kiosks and the in-flight special meals. Never had a smooth boarding process with Qantas. The special meals look like they're prepared at the last minute without much thought.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SYD - DFW

They need to improve the check-in kiosks and the in-flight special meals. Never had a smooth boarding process with Qantas. The special meals look like they're prepared at the last minute without much thought.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cairns to Papua New Guinea?

    Cairns (CNS) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Cairns to Papua New Guinea. It is only a 4.4 km journey to Cairns (CNS) from Cairns’s city centre.

  • How popular is this Cairns to Papua New Guinea flight route?

    The Cairns to Papua New Guinea flight path was viewed by 645 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Papua New Guinea?

    On average you can expect to pay $708 for a flight from Cairns to Papua New Guinea. The cheapest flight overall is $211 while the most popular route, (Cairns - Port Moresby Jackson Fld) is currently priced at $503.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Papua New Guinea that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to Papua New Guinea flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to Papua New Guinea?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to Papua New Guinea?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Papua New Guinea by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to Papua New Guinea?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Papua New Guinea (average of $402). Flying from Cairns to Papua New Guinea in December is currently the most expensive (average of $458). 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.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air NiuginiCheapest$506Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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