Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Jacksons International Airport (POM): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jacksons International Airport.
Port Moresby is one hour behind Sydney and is in the UTC+10 timezone.
Each week, there are six Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jacksons International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board early, select the 08:50 Qantas flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 12:35 with Air Niugini.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your SYD to POM flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Air Niugini is your gateway to exploring Port Moresby (and perhaps some other great corners of Papua New Guinea!). Browse the direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jacksons International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Air Niugini.
Among carriers operating SYD to POM flights, Qantas leads the way for on-time arrivals.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jacksons International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between SYD and POM include:
Brisbane Airport
Cairns Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Jacksons International Airport (POM)
R 5,227 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jacksons International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 9,739. These fares may change depending on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from SYD to POM, book your journey one month ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jacksons International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SYD to POM.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of the flights that depart from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% land on time at their destination.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you have an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jacksons International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Jacksons International Airport (POM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jacksons International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near POM instead:
Getting from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to central Port Moresby
Jacksons International Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Port Moresby. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Jacksons International Airport (POM)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jacksons International Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Port Moresby based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Port Moresby is December, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jacksons International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD 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 corners of Papua New Guinea waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres north of Port Moresby, a trip to Lae will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Lae War Cemetery, Lae Botanic Gardens and Amelia Earhart Memorial Lae PNG.
Next up? Set off for Popondetta. It's located about 145 kilometres north-east of Port Moresby and features highlights like Doreen Park.