Flying from Madang Airport (MAG) to Jacksons International Airport (POM): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Madang Airport to Jacksons International Airport.
Madang and Port Moresby share the same timezone, UTC+10.
Each week, there are 14 Madang Airport to Jacksons International Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, take the 06:30 Air Niugini flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 17:10 with Air Niugini.
To ensure you catch your MAG to POM flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Travelling to Port Moresby (and then seeing more of Papua New Guinea!) is a breeze with PNG Air. This popular carrier has direct flights from Madang Airport to Jacksons International Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is PNG Air.
Air Niugini is the most punctual carrier that offers MAG to POM flights.
If you want to visit another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Madang Airport to Jacksons International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Nadzab Airport is a popular stop between MAG and POM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Madang Airport (MAG) to Jacksons International Airport (POM)
R 1,356 is currently the best price for a one-way Madang Airport to Jacksons International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 2,643. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from MAG to POM by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Madang Airport to Jacksons International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MAG to POM by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Madang Airport to Jacksons International Airport.
Handy information about Madang Airport (MAG)
To reach Madang Airport from central Madang, it takes around 5 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 2 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking an early flight from Madang Airport to Jacksons International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near MAG:
Arriving at Jacksons International Airport (POM)
Book a hotel close to POM if you have a late Madang Airport to Jacksons International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to central Port Moresby
Jacksons International Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Port Moresby. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Jacksons International Airport (POM)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Madang Airport to Jacksons International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Port Moresby. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Madang Airport to Jacksons International Airport for December if you'd like to explore Port Moresby during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAG to POM in August. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of Papua New Guinea
Port Moresby has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Papua New Guinea you'll want to see. Around 306 kilometres north of Port Moresby, a visit to Lae will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Lae War Cemetery, Lae Botanic Gardens and Amelia Earhart Memorial Lae PNG.
Another essential stop in Papua New Guinea, Popondetta is about 145 kilometres north-east of Port Moresby. Make room in your schedule for highlights including Doreen Park.
