Cheap Flights from Sydney to Port Moresby

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Port Moresby

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Port Moresby flights are currently cheapest in August.

Sydney to Port Moresby: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sydney to Port Moresby below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Port Moresby.

Sydney to Port Moresby: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,227
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Port Moresby: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Port Moresby is R 9,739. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Sydney to Port Moresby. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 9,739.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Sydney to Port Moresby.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Port Moresby is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Port Moresby Airport on Tuesday, 12 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sydney Airport and Port Moresby Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Port Moresby but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Port Moresby is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar and Air Niugini offer the cheapest flight tickets to Port Moresby.

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.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jacksons International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

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)

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.

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