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August 10 - August 17

Cheapest

DRW - Port Moresby

$705

$792

Round trip

July 18 - August 17

DRW - Port Moresby

$646

$793

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July 18 - July 24

DRW - Port Moresby

$689

$793

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July 17 - July 24

DRW - Port Moresby

$690

$793

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August 10 - August 14

DRW - Port Moresby

$731

$794

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July 18 - August 14

DRW - Port Moresby

$646

$794

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July 17 - August 14

DRW - Port Moresby

$648

$794

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July 11 - July 24

Earliest

DRW - Port Moresby

$664

$826

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November 12 - November 25

DRW - Port Moresby

$785

$828

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September 8 - September 14

Best

DRW - Port Moresby

$1,028

$828

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Insights for flights from Darwin to Port Moresby

For those looking for cheap flights from Darwin to Port Moresby, October stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $449. Travelers can also find competitive prices in November, where the median fare is $507, and in January, with a median fare of $580. These months offer the best opportunities for cost-effective travel on this route.

Fares for flights from Darwin to Port Moresby typically range from $593–$852, with a median of $725. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional deals can be challenging, though new deals appear almost daily.

When considering how long is the flight from Darwin to Port Moresby, a typical journey takes approximately 16h 30m, including connections. This longer duration is due to the nature of the route, as most itineraries connect at least once. In fact, all recent itineraries (100%) for this route involved one or more connections, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

The route from Darwin to Port Moresby covers a distance of 1,814 kilometers. This classifies it as a medium-haul journey, meaning you can expect a flight duration that is neither very short nor extremely long, typically involving a significant amount of time in the air and often requiring connections.

How much is a round trip from Darwin to Port Moresby

Regular price: $580 - $892

Prices are currently within the regular range for flights from Darwin to Port Moresby.

The regular price range for this route is between $580 and $892. The current lowest deal is $792 with QantasLink, for travel from Aug 10 to Aug 17.

now $792

Low $580

High $892

The cheapest time to fly from Darwin to Port Moresby

For flights from Darwin to Port Moresby, October is the cheapest month, with a median price of $449. The most expensive month to fly is March, with a median price of $852. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $449

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $852

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Direct flights from Darwin to Port Moresby

Air Niugini

QantasLink

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Darwin to Port Moresby

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DRW - Port Moresby

Darwin (DRW) - Port Moresby (POM)

QantasLink

$924

$1,129

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

DRW - Port Moresby

Darwin (DRW) - Port Moresby (POM)

QantasLink

$960

$948

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DRW - Port Moresby

Darwin (DRW) - Port Moresby (POM)

QantasLink, Air Niugini

$705

$837

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DRW - Port Moresby

Darwin (DRW) - Port Moresby (POM)

QantasLink, Air Niugini

$652

$838

One-way

Sat, Jul 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DRW - Port Moresby

Darwin (DRW) - Port Moresby (POM)

QantasLink, Air Niugini

$664

$826

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DRW - Port Moresby

Darwin (DRW) - Port Moresby (POM)

QantasLink

$690

$1,030

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Darwin to Port Moresby

6 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 14

$1,028 → $828

19%

12 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 25

$986 → $961

6 nights

Sep 24 - Sep 30

$1,027 → $1,002

8 nights

Oct 27 - Nov 4

$852 → $828

Popular Airports to fly from Darwin to Port Moresby

Darwin - Port Moresby route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Darwin to Port Moresby are near the typical level of $725.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October for the best prices

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $449.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 16h 30m

The typical flight duration with connections from Darwin to Port Moresby is 16h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route historically has connecting flights, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Niugini offers connecting flights

Air Niugini historically offers connecting flights on the Darwin to Port Moresby route.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are rare

Historically, only 6% of deals for this route were considered good prices.

Darwin main airports to depart from

Darwin International (DRW)

Cheapest

Darwin International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Port Moresby.

📍 ~8 km from Darwin city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$792

Port Moresby main airports to arrive at

Jacksons International (POM)

Cheapest

Jacksons International Airport is the primary gateway to Port Moresby from Darwin.

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$792

Airports nearby Port Moresby used as alternative

Lae Nadzab (LAE)

Cheapest

Consider Lae Nadzab as an alternative arrival, as it is the second largest city in Papua New Guinea.

📍 ~385 km from Port Moresby (reachable by domestic flight only)

💸 Flights from ~$998

Goroka (GKA)

Goroka is a viable alternative, serving as the primary gateway to the Eastern Highlands region.

📍 ~345 km from Port Moresby (reachable by domestic flight only)

💸 Flights from ~$1014

Madang (MAG)

Madang is a significant coastal commercial and tourism hub with established airport infrastructure.

📍 ~500 km from Port Moresby (reachable by domestic flight only)

💸 Flights from ~$1027

Mount Hagen (HGU)

Mount Hagen is a major hub for the Western Highlands, offering a high volume of domestic traffic.

📍 ~440 km from Port Moresby (reachable by domestic flight only)

💸 Flights from ~$1041

Hoskins (HKN)

Hoskins is a key airport for the New Britain island region, important for industry and tourism.

📍 ~330 km from Port Moresby (reachable by domestic flight only)

💸 Flights from ~$1059

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Port Moresby

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you discover better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may sometimes present lower-cost options.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, especially for international routes. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings can sometimes be more economical than weekend purchases.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal different flight options or prices, depending on your destination. While not always applicable for every route, it's a strategy that may offer more flexibility. Always consider the additional travel time and cost to reach a different airport.

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Insights for flights from Darwin to Port Moresby

How much is a round trip from Darwin to Port Moresby

The cheapest time to fly from Darwin to Port Moresby

Direct flights from Darwin to Port Moresby

Last-minute flights going from Darwin to Port Moresby

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Darwin to Port Moresby

Popular Airports to fly from Darwin to Port Moresby

Darwin - Port Moresby route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Fly in October for the best prices

Connecting flights take 16h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air Niugini offers connecting flights

Good prices are rare

Darwin main airports to depart from

Port Moresby main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Port Moresby used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Port Moresby

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