Travelling from Tokua Airport (RAB) to Jacksons International Airport (POM): what you need to know
Rabaul and Port Moresby are in the UTC+10 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your RAB to POM flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Getting to Port Moresby (and then seeing more of Papua New Guinea!) is a snap with PNG Air. This popular airline offers direct flights from Tokua Airport to Jacksons International Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is PNG Air.
Among carriers operating RAB to POM flights, Air Niugini has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
If you'd like to tour another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Tokua Airport to Jacksons International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Kavieng Airport is a popular stop between RAB and POM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokua Airport (RAB) to Jacksons International Airport (POM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tokua Airport to Jacksons International Airport flight is R 1,777. A return plane ticket is currently R 3,574. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RAB to POM if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Tokua Airport to Jacksons International Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from RAB to POM is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Select your ideal 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 Tokua Airport to Jacksons International Airport.
Handy information about Tokua Airport (RAB)
Tokua Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Rabaul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a place to stay before your flight from Tokua Airport to Jacksons International Airport? Consider Rapopo Plantation Resort. Get a good night's rest here before making your way to RAB.
Arriving at Jacksons International Airport (POM)
Consider booking a hotel close to POM if you're on a late Tokua Airport to Jacksons International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to central Port Moresby
Jacksons International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Port Moresby. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Jacksons International Airport (POM)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Tokua Airport to Jacksons International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Port Moresby. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Tokua Airport to Jacksons International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. December is the warmest month in Port Moresby, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RAB to POM sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Papua New Guinea
Port Moresby has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Papua New Guinea waiting to be explored. Around 306 kilometres north of Port Moresby, a trip to Lae will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Lae War Cemetery, Lae Botanic Gardens and Amelia Earhart Memorial Lae PNG.
Have time for another stop? Head onward to Popondetta. It's around 145 kilometres north-east of Port Moresby and boasts highlights like Doreen Park.
