Are there direct flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby?

Yes, direct flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby are available. Historically, approximately 31% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed across the trailing 90 days was 1. Travelers have options for both direct and connecting services.

What's the flight time from Manus Island to Port Moresby?

The typical direct flight from Manus Island to Port Moresby has a median duration of 1 hour and 20 minutes. This route covers a distance of 821 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median flight time increases to 3 hours. Travelers can expect varying durations depending on whether their flight is direct or includes layovers.

How often do cheap flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent deal availability. Travelers can typically find favorable pricing options with regularity. This consistent availability suggests that opportunities for good value flights are common.

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2027-02-10 – 2027-02-18
MAS - Port Moresby
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$264
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Manus Island to Port Moresby: Overview

Insights for flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby

Right now, 46% of recent fares from Manus Island to Port Moresby are considered a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $137–$189, with a median of $170. Current fares are below the typical level, which means you may find cheap flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby.

A typical journey from Manus Island to Port Moresby takes about 3h 0m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 1 stopover when not flying direct.

The distance between Manus Island and Port Moresby is 821 km, making this a short-haul route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Manus Island to Port Moresby? The most affordable months to fly are typically February, with a median fare of $134, followed by September and August, both with median fares of $136.

How much is a round trip from Manus Island to Port Moresby

Regular price: $222 - $490

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

The regular price range for this route is between $222 and $490. The current lowest deal is $265 with Air Niugini for travel from Feb 14-Feb 21.

now $265

Low $222

High $490

The cheapest time to fly from Manus Island to Port Moresby

The cheapest month to fly from MAS to POM is February, with a median price of $134. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $235. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $134

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $235

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby

Air Niugini

Last-minute flights going from Manus Island to Port Moresby

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

MAS - Port Moresby

Manus Island (MAS) - Port Moresby (POM)

Air Niugini

$358

$299

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

MAS - Port Moresby

Manus Island (MAS) - Port Moresby (POM)

Air Niugini

$357

$313

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MAS - Port Moresby

Manus Island (MAS) - Port Moresby (POM)

Air Niugini

$354

$265

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MAS - Port Moresby

Manus Island (MAS) - Port Moresby (POM)

Air Niugini

$212

$266

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MAS - Port Moresby

Manus Island (MAS) - Port Moresby (POM)

Air Niugini

$190

$266

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MAS - Port Moresby

Manus Island (MAS) - Port Moresby (POM)

Air Niugini

$182

$266

One-way

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

7 nights

Feb 17 - Feb 24

$267 → $266

7 nights

Feb 16 - Feb 23

$265 → $265

7 nights

Feb 14 - Feb 21

$264 → $265

7 nights

Feb 13 - Feb 20

$264 → $266

Popular Airports to fly from Manus Island to Port Moresby

Manus Island - Port Moresby route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from MAS to POM are below the typical level, with 46% of recent fares considered good.

📅 Best time to fly

February, September, and August are cheapest

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from MAS to POM are February ($134), September ($136), and August ($136).

⏱️ Flight duration

Short-haul flights average 3h 0m

Flights from MAS to POM are typically short-haul, with a median flight time of 3 hours.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 31% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Niugini offers direct flights

Air Niugini provides direct flight options on the Manus Island to Port Moresby route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby appear frequently.

Manus Island main airports to depart from

Momote (MAS)

Cheapest

Momote Airport (MAS) is a convenient option for flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby.

📍 ~50 km from Manus Island (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$271

Port Moresby main airports to arrive at

Jacksons International (POM)

Cheapest

Jacksons International Airport is a good option for flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby.

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

💸 Flights from ~$271

Airports nearby Port Moresby used as alternative

Lae Nadzab (LAE)

Cheapest

Lae Nadzab is a major domestic hub and the most reliable alternative for connections within Papua New Guinea.

📍 ~320 km from Port Moresby (air transfer required)

💸 Flights from ~$193

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From MAS

Elite

Aug 22

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

76% AI deal score

$2,302

$1,113

Save $1,189

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Aug 22

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

75% AI deal score

$2,214

$1,113

Save $1,101

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Dec 09

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

37% AI deal score

$1,113

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Dec 19

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

37% AI deal score

$1,113

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Dec 26

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

37% AI deal score

$1,113

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Jan 20

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

36% AI deal score

$1,113

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Jan 06

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

36% AI deal score

$1,113

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Jan 06

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

36% AI deal score

$1,113

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Jan 02

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

36% AI deal score

$1,113

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Jan 02

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

36% AI deal score

$1,113

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Jan 06

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

36% AI deal score

$1,113

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Dec 02

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

36% AI deal score

$1,113

Air Niugini

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Port Moresby

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby is typically 60+ days before departure. Across the trailing quarter, prices averaged around $162 for tickets bought in this window. In contrast, tickets purchased 0-6 days before departure averaged $237, indicating a significant price increase for last-minute bookings. Planning ahead by at least two months can lead to more favorable pricing.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Manus Island to Port Moresby was considered to be $137. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed. The median price for this route was $170, while prices in the 75th percentile reached $189. Travelers aiming for a good deal should target prices around or below $137.

Historically, February, September, and August have offered some of the cheapest flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby. The median price in February was $134, while both September and August had a median price of $136. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price of $170. Travelers looking for more economical options may consider flying during these months.

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Manus Island to Port Moresby: Overview

Insights for flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby

A typical journey from Manus Island to Port Moresby takes about 3h 0m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 1 stopover when not flying direct.

The distance between Manus Island and Port Moresby is 821 km, making this a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Manus Island to Port Moresby

Regular price: $222 - $490

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

The regular price range for this route is between $222 and $490. The current lowest deal is $265 with Air Niugini for travel from Feb 14-Feb 21.

now $265

Low $222

High $490

The cheapest time to fly from Manus Island to Port Moresby

February

Cheapest

Flights from $134

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $235

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby

Air Niugini

Last-minute flights going from Manus Island to Port Moresby

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

MAS - Port Moresby

Manus Island (MAS) - Port Moresby (POM)

Air Niugini

$358

$299

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

MAS - Port Moresby

Manus Island (MAS) - Port Moresby (POM)

Air Niugini

$357

$313

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MAS - Port Moresby

Manus Island (MAS) - Port Moresby (POM)

Air Niugini

$354

$265

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MAS - Port Moresby

Manus Island (MAS) - Port Moresby (POM)

Air Niugini

$212

$266

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MAS - Port Moresby

Manus Island (MAS) - Port Moresby (POM)

Air Niugini

$190

$266

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MAS - Port Moresby

Manus Island (MAS) - Port Moresby (POM)

Air Niugini

$182

$266

One-way

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

7 nights

Feb 17 - Feb 24

$267 → $266

7 nights

Feb 16 - Feb 23

$265 → $265

7 nights

Feb 14 - Feb 21

$264 → $265

7 nights

Feb 13 - Feb 20

$264 → $266

Popular Airports to fly from Manus Island to Port Moresby

Manus Island - Port Moresby route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from MAS to POM are below the typical level, with 46% of recent fares considered good.

📅 Best time to fly

February, September, and August are cheapest

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from MAS to POM are February ($134), September ($136), and August ($136).

⏱️ Flight duration

Short-haul flights average 3h 0m

Flights from MAS to POM are typically short-haul, with a median flight time of 3 hours.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 31% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Niugini offers direct flights

Air Niugini provides direct flight options on the Manus Island to Port Moresby route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby appear frequently.

Manus Island main airports to depart from

Momote (MAS)

Cheapest

Momote Airport (MAS) is a convenient option for flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby.

📍 ~50 km from Manus Island (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$271

Port Moresby main airports to arrive at

Jacksons International (POM)

Cheapest

Jacksons International Airport is a good option for flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby.

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

💸 Flights from ~$271

Airports nearby Port Moresby used as alternative

Lae Nadzab (LAE)

Cheapest

Lae Nadzab is a major domestic hub and the most reliable alternative for connections within Papua New Guinea.

📍 ~320 km from Port Moresby (air transfer required)

💸 Flights from ~$193

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Port Moresby

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby.

Elite

Best Elite deals to Port Moresby

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From MAS

Elite

Aug 22

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

76% AI deal score

$2,302

$1,113

Save $1,189

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Aug 22

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

75% AI deal score

$2,214

$1,113

Save $1,101

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Dec 09

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

37% AI deal score

$1,113

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Dec 19

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

37% AI deal score

$1,113

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Dec 26

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

37% AI deal score

$1,113

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Jan 20

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

36% AI deal score

$1,113

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Jan 06

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

36% AI deal score

$1,113

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Jan 06

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

36% AI deal score

$1,113

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Jan 02

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

36% AI deal score

$1,113

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Jan 02

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

36% AI deal score

$1,113

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Jan 06

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

36% AI deal score

$1,113

Air Niugini

Business Class

From MAS

Elite

Dec 02

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

36% AI deal score

$1,113

Air Niugini

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Port Moresby

Cheap Flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby

Today’s best flight deals from Manus Island to Port Moresby

Manus Island to Port Moresby: Overview

Insights for flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby

How much is a round trip from Manus Island to Port Moresby

The cheapest time to fly from Manus Island to Port Moresby

Direct flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby

Last-minute flights going from Manus Island to Port Moresby

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

Popular Airports to fly from Manus Island to Port Moresby

Manus Island - Port Moresby route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February, September, and August are cheapest

Short-haul flights average 3h 0m

Connecting flights are more common

Air Niugini offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Manus Island 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

Best Elite deals to Port Moresby

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Aug 22

Dec 09

Dec 19

Dec 26

Jan 20

Jan 06

Jan 06

Jan 02

Jan 02

Jan 06

Dec 02

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Port Moresby

When should I buy Manus Island to Port Moresby tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Manus Island to Port Moresby?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby?

Are there direct flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby?

What's the flight time from Manus Island to Port Moresby?

How often do cheap flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby come up?

Related routes

More routes from Manus Island

Flights to Port Moresby from other cities

Manus Island to Port Moresby: Overview

Insights for flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby

How much is a round trip from Manus Island to Port Moresby

The cheapest time to fly from Manus Island to Port Moresby

Direct flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby

Last-minute flights going from Manus Island to Port Moresby

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

Popular Airports to fly from Manus Island to Port Moresby

Manus Island - Port Moresby route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February, September, and August are cheapest

Short-haul flights average 3h 0m

Connecting flights are more common

Air Niugini offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Manus Island 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

Best Elite deals to Port Moresby

Aug 22

Aug 22

Dec 09

Dec 19

Dec 26

Jan 20

Jan 06

Jan 06

Jan 02

Jan 02

Jan 06

Dec 02

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Port Moresby

When should I buy Manus Island to Port Moresby tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Manus Island to Port Moresby?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Manus Island to Port Moresby?