Flying from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to Perth Airport (PER): what you need to know
The timezone in Perth is UTC+8, which is two hours behind Port Moresby.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your POM to PER flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Jacksons International Airport to Perth Airport. Here are the top stopovers between POM and PER:
Cairns Airport
Brisbane Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to Perth Airport (PER)
R 6,488 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Jacksons International Airport to Perth Airport flight. Return flights start from R 13,890. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from POM to PER if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Jacksons International Airport to Perth Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from POM to PER by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Jacksons International Airport to Perth Airport.
Handy information about Jacksons International Airport (POM)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Jacksons International Airport, data shows 59.86% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Port Moresby to Jacksons International Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Need a convenient hotel close to POM? If you're boarding an early flight from Jacksons International Airport to Perth Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Perth Airport (PER)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Jacksons International Airport to Perth Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PER instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Perth Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from SafeDrive Car Rentals, City Centre Car Rentals or No birds and experience the lesser-explored corners of Perth and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Perth Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Perth Airport (PER) to central Perth
Perth Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Perth. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Perth Airport (PER)
July is the most popular month for flights from Jacksons International Airport to Perth Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Perth in February.
When booking your flight from Jacksons International Airport to Perth Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Perth, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from POM to PER in August. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Rockingham is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Perth. Around 40 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Penguin Island, The Catalpa Memorial and Point Peron.
Mandurah is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south of Perth. No journey is complete without a visit to Emma Blyth Gallery, Dolphin Quay and Len Howard Conservation Park.