Flying from Port Moresby Airport (POM) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Port Moresby Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport.
The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is two hours behind Port Moresby.
Choose from seven weekly Port Moresby Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flights. The 08:15 departure with Philippine Airlines is the earliest you can take. Air Niugini operates the last service of the day at 16:30.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your POM to MNL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Air Niugini offers direct flights from Port Moresby Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Manila — and maybe even more of the Philippines if your schedule allows.
Air Niugini is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With a dependable 90.63% of services arriving on schedule, Air Niugini is the most punctual carrier for POM to MNL flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Port Moresby Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. Here are the top stopovers between POM and MNL:
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Sydney Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Port Moresby Airport (POM) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
R 4,301 is the best price for a one-way Port Moresby Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 7,604. These prices may change depending on demand.
To get cheap tickets from POM to MNL, book your trip eight months ahead of your departure.
January is the cheapest month for flights from Port Moresby Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Port Moresby Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport.
Handy information about Port Moresby Airport (POM)
Of the flights that depart from Port Moresby Airport, 62% land on time at their destination.
To get to Port Moresby Airport from central Port Moresby, it takes around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to POM? If you're boarding an early flight from Port Moresby Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
If you're arriving on a late Port Moresby Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near MNL:
Travel at your own pace with a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar and discover more of Manila and beyond.
Booking your ride from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
May is the busiest month for flights from Port Moresby Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Manila in September.
The warmest month in Manila is May, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Port Moresby Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from POM to MNL around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the Philippines
Quezon City is just one of the many places in the Philippines waiting to be explored after you've seen Manila. Around 8 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Botanical Garden & Arboretum, Christ the King and Art in Island.
If you're ready to explore another side of the Philippines, head for Taguig, roughly 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. The Mind Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC and One Bonifacio High Street Park are among its highlights.
