Travelling from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Port Moresby Airport (POM): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Port Moresby Airport.
Port Moresby's timezone is UTC+10, making Port Moresby two hours ahead of Manila.
Choose from seven weekly Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Port Moresby Airport flights. The 00:30 departure with Philippine Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Air Niugini operates the last service of the day at 21:25.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your MNL to POM flight.
Flying during a peak time like May? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Air Niugini offers direct flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Port Moresby Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Port Moresby — and maybe even more of Papua New Guinea if you have time.
Most travellers choose to travel with Air Niugini on this route.
Air Niugini is the most punctual carrier operating MNL to POM flights. An exceptional 89.66% of its services on this route arrive on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Port Moresby Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between MNL and POM:
Guangzhou Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Sydney Airport
Handy information about Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
When it comes to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport's on-time performance, 72% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Manila. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near MNL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Port Moresby Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Port Moresby Airport (POM)
Book a hotel close to POM if you have a late Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Port Moresby Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Port Moresby Airport (POM) to central Port Moresby
From Port Moresby Airport, Port Moresby is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Port Moresby Airport (POM)
January is the most popular month for flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Port Moresby Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Port Moresby in March.
When reserving your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Port Moresby Airport, consider the type of weather you like. December is the warmest month in Port Moresby, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MNL to POM in August. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of Papua New Guinea
Take your adventure further and dive deeper into Papua New Guinea. Lae is around 306 kilometres north of Port Moresby and has no shortage of exciting things to see, including Lae Botanic Gardens.

