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July 25 - July 26

Cheapest

POM - Cairns

$253

$352

Round trip

June 28 - July 3

POM - Cairns

$452

$372

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June 28 - July 4

POM - Cairns

$446

$372

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June 29 - July 3

Best

POM - Cairns

$464

$372

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June 29 - July 4

POM - Cairns

$448

$372

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June 28 - June 30

Best

POM - Cairns

$470

$376

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June 29 - June 30

POM - Cairns

$463

$376

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June 26 - July 3

Earliest

POM - Cairns

$451

$383

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June 26 - July 4

Earliest

POM - Cairns

$443

$383

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July 20 - July 23

POM - Cairns

$256

$387

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Insights for flights from Port Moresby to Cairns

For those looking for cheap flights from Port Moresby to Cairns, fares typically range from $180–$427, with a median of $321. Right now, fares are near the typical level. However, a significant portion of recent fares, 0%, were classified as a good price, indicating that finding value on this route can be challenging.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns, the data indicates that August is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $175. Following closely are January, with a median of $177, and February, where the median fare is $189. Planning your trip during these months could lead to more economical travel.

When considering direct flights from Port Moresby to Cairns, 46.2% of recent itineraries are non-stop. This means a meaningful share are non-stop, the rest connect once. For those itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find suitable flights.

A typical journey from Port Moresby to Cairns takes approximately 7h 40m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct flights and those with stopovers, providing a realistic expectation for your travel time between these two cities.

The route from Port Moresby to Cairns covers a distance of 842 kilometers. This classifies it as a short-haul flight, meaning you can expect a relatively quick journey compared to longer international routes.

How much is a round trip from Port Moresby to Cairns

Regular price: $199 - $458

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

The regular price range for flights from Port Moresby to Cairns is between $199 and $458. The current lowest deal is $352 with Air Niugini, for travel from Jul 25-Jul 26.

now $352

Low $199

High $458

The cheapest time to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns

The cheapest month to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns is August, with a median price of $175. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $905. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

August

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Flights from $175

December

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Flights from $905

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Direct flights from Port Moresby to Cairns

Air Niugini

Last-minute flights going from Port Moresby to Cairns

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

POM - Cairns

Port Moresby (POM) - Cairns (CNS)

Air Niugini

$323

$401

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

POM - Cairns

Port Moresby (POM) - Cairns (CNS)

$436

$393

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

POM - Cairns

Port Moresby (POM) - Cairns (CNS)

$421

$393

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

POM - Cairns

Port Moresby (POM) - Cairns (CNS)

$447

$397

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

POM - Cairns

Port Moresby (POM) - Cairns (CNS)

$439

$414

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

POM - Cairns

Port Moresby (POM) - Cairns (CNS)

$411

$422

One-way

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

2 nights

Jun 28 - Jun 30

$470 → $376

20%

4 nights

Jun 29 - Jul 3

$464 → $372

20%

4 nights

Jun 26 - Jun 30

$476 → $387

19%

1 night

Jun 29 - Jun 30

$463 → $376

19%

Popular Airports to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns

Port Moresby - Cairns route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Port Moresby to Cairns are near the typical level of $321.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically cheapest at $175

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns, at $175.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 7h 40m to Cairns

Flights from Port Moresby to Cairns typically take 7h 40m, covering a distance of 842 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Air Niugini offers direct flights

Air Niugini offers direct flights from Port Moresby to Cairns, with mixed availability.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Niugini has a direct deal for $352

Air Niugini has a direct deal from Port Moresby to Cairns for $352 via skyscanner.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Port Moresby to Cairns are frequent, with 0.97 deals per day.

Port Moresby main airports to depart from

Jacksons International (POM)

Cheapest

Jacksons International Airport (POM) is the cheapest option for flights from Port Moresby to Cairns.

📍 ~10 km from Port Moresby (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$352

Cairns main airports to arrive at

Cairns (CNS)

Cheapest

Cairns Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Port Moresby to Cairns.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$352

Airports nearby Cairns used as alternative

Townsville (TSV)

Cheapest

Townsville Airport can be a useful alternative arrival airport with frequent commercial services to major Australian hubs.

📍 ~350 km from Cairns (reachable by car or rail).

💸 Flights from ~$512

Whitsunday Coast (PPP)

Whitsunday Coast Airport is a major gateway for the Whitsunday region with reliable jet services.

📍 ~500 km from Cairns (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$645

Mackay (MKY)

Mackay Airport is an established regional hub with multiple daily flights and premium cabin classes.

📍 ~650 km from Cairns (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$680

Great Barrier Reef (HTI)

Great Barrier Reef Airport is an alternative for travelers visiting the reef, with direct connections to major cities.

📍 ~700 km from Cairns (reachable by ferry and car).

💸 Flights from ~$762

Mount Isa (ISA)

Mount Isa Airport is a major inland hub, practical if your final destination is in the outback.

📍 ~900 km from Cairns (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$707

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cairns

Historically, travelers flying from Port Moresby to Cairns typically find the best prices by booking at least 60 days in advance, with an average price of $408. Waiting until 28-59 days before departure usually sees prices rise to an average of $494. For those booking within 7-13 days of travel, the average fare increases to $680. Last-minute bookings, made 0-6 days out, are typically the most expensive, averaging $777.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Port Moresby to Cairns is considered to be around $180 or less. The median price observed for this route was $321. Fares around $427 typically represent the higher end of the price spectrum for this route.

Historically, August has been the cheapest month to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns, with a median price of $175. January also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $177. While February had a median price of $189, it was also the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days. The annual median price for this route is $321.

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Insights for flights from Port Moresby to Cairns

How much is a round trip from Port Moresby to Cairns

The cheapest time to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns

Direct flights from Port Moresby to Cairns

Last-minute flights going from Port Moresby to Cairns

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

Popular Airports to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns

Port Moresby - Cairns route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

August is historically cheapest at $175

Typically 7h 40m to Cairns

Air Niugini offers direct flights

Air Niugini has a direct deal for $352

Deals are frequent for this route

Port Moresby main airports to depart from

Cairns main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cairns used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cairns

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