Are there direct flights from Port Moresby to Cairns?

Yes, direct flights are available from Port Moresby to Cairns. Historically, direct flights have accounted for approximately 42.1% of all flight options on this route. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers is typically one. This data is based on observations over the trailing 90 days.

How many hours is the flight from Port Moresby to Cairns?

The direct flight from Port Moresby to Cairns typically takes 1 hour and 30 minutes. This route covers a distance of 842 kilometers. If your journey includes one stop, the median flight time increases significantly to 10 hours and 30 minutes. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their trip.

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

Cheap flights from Port Moresby to Cairns are considered to be frequent. This classification is based on the historical availability of deals over the trailing 30 days. Travelers can typically find opportunities for good value on this route with some regularity.

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2026-09-01 – 2026-09-06
POM - Cairns
45% AI deal score
$384
$344
Round trip
2026-11-18 – 2026-11-25
POM - Cairns
39% AI deal score
$232
$349
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POM - Cairns
43% AI deal score
$365
$356
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2026-11-13 – 2026-11-20
POM - Cairns
39% AI deal score
$228
$360
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2026-08-15 – 2026-09-01
POM - Cairns
38% AI deal score
$269
$368
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2026-08-15 – 2026-09-02
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38% AI deal score
$270
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2026-08-15 – 2026-09-03
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2026-08-15 – 2026-09-04
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$368
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2026-08-15 – 2026-09-05
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38% AI deal score
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2026-08-15 – 2026-09-06
POM - Cairns
38% AI deal score
$267
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Port Moresby to Cairns: Overview

Insights for flights from Port Moresby to Cairns

For flights from Port Moresby to Cairns, a meaningful share are non-stop, the rest connect once. Specifically, 42.1% of recent fares were for direct flights. When itineraries do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This indicates a route with options for both direct travel and itineraries with a single stop.

When looking for cheap flights from Port Moresby to Cairns, fares typically range from $189–$607, with a median of $345. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Currently, 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a deal might require some flexibility or waiting for better pricing.

The cheapest time to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns is typically in August, with a median fare of $175. Other cost-effective months include January, where the median fare is $177, and February, with a median fare of $189. These months offer the lowest median prices, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

A typical journey from Port Moresby to Cairns takes approximately 7h 40m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct flights and those with one or more stopovers, providing a realistic expectation for the total travel time on this route.

The distance between Port Moresby and Cairns is 842 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the availability of both direct and connecting flight options, making it a convenient regional connection.

How much is a round trip from Port Moresby to Cairns

Regular price: $234 - $432

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 234 USD and 432 USD. The current lowest deal is 337 USD with Air Niugini for travel from Aug 15-Aug 16.

now $337

Low $234

High $432

The cheapest time to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns

The cheapest month to fly from POM to CNS is August, with a median price of 175 USD. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of 905 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $175

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $905

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Port Moresby to Cairns

Air Niugini

Last-minute flights going from Port Moresby to Cairns

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

POM - Cairns

Port Moresby (POM) - Cairns (CNS)

$267

$389

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

POM - Cairns

Port Moresby (POM) - Cairns (CNS)

$267

$389

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

POM - Cairns

Port Moresby (POM) - Cairns (CNS)

$267

$389

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

POM - Cairns

Port Moresby (POM) - Cairns (CNS)

$267

$389

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

POM - Cairns

Port Moresby (POM) - Cairns (CNS)

$264

$389

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

POM - Cairns

Port Moresby (POM) - Cairns (CNS)

$264

$389

One-way

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

5 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 6

$382 → $344

10%

3 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 17

$391 → $374

7 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 25

$365 → $356

4 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 6

$387 → $383

Popular Airports to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns

Port Moresby - Cairns route insights

💸 Price insights

Current fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Port Moresby to Cairns are above the typical level at $337.

📅 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

Typical flight time is 7h 40m

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

✈️ Airlines & availability

42.1% of flights are direct

42.1% of recent flights from Port Moresby to Cairns are direct, with 1 stopover when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Niugini offers direct flights

Air Niugini has offered direct flights from Port Moresby to Cairns recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from Port Moresby to Cairns have appeared frequently in the last 30 days.

Port Moresby main airports to depart from

Jacksons International (POM)

Cheapest

Jacksons International Airport is a good 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 choice 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 due to its proximity and frequent jet services to major Australian hubs.

📍 ~300 km from Cairns (approximately 4-5 hours drive)

💸 Flights from ~$437

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$1,813

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cairns

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Port Moresby to Cairns is 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $408. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with tickets purchased 0-6 days out averaging $777. For the trailing 90 days, the data indicates that planning ahead can lead to significant savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Port Moresby to Cairns is considered to be $189 or less. The median price for this route over the same 90-day period was $345. Fares can go higher, with 75% of prices observed being $607 or less. Aiming for a fare around $189 would secure a competitive deal.

Based on historical data over the trailing 270 days, August is typically 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 has a median price of $189, it was also identified as the most expensive month in some observations. The annual median price for this route is $345.

Port Moresby to Cairns: Overview

Insights for flights from Port Moresby to Cairns

How much is a round trip from Port Moresby to Cairns

Regular price: $234 - $432

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 234 USD and 432 USD. The current lowest deal is 337 USD with Air Niugini for travel from Aug 15-Aug 16.

now $337

Low $234

High $432

The cheapest time to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns

August

Cheapest

Flights from $175

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $905

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Port Moresby to Cairns

Air Niugini

Last-minute flights going from Port Moresby to Cairns

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

POM - Cairns

Port Moresby (POM) - Cairns (CNS)

$267

$389

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

POM - Cairns

Port Moresby (POM) - Cairns (CNS)

$267

$389

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

POM - Cairns

Port Moresby (POM) - Cairns (CNS)

$267

$389

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

POM - Cairns

Port Moresby (POM) - Cairns (CNS)

$267

$389

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

POM - Cairns

Port Moresby (POM) - Cairns (CNS)

$264

$389

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

POM - Cairns

Port Moresby (POM) - Cairns (CNS)

$264

$389

One-way

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

5 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 6

$382 → $344

10%

3 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 17

$391 → $374

7 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 25

$365 → $356

4 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 6

$387 → $383

Popular Airports to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns