On this page, you can find and book flights for the Kavieng — Rabaul route. Flights between these Papua New Guinea cities cover a distance of 235 km, with service frequency at approximately one flight per week.
Direct flights on this route are operated by Air Niugini (PX). Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar to find the best deals. Before your trip, it's also worth checking how to get to the airport of departure and planning your route from Rabaul airport.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Kavieng — Rabaul by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 266 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 330 in ,. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Kavieng → Rabaul, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 311 | medium | May | AED 261 | low | Sep | AED 321 | medium |
| Feb | AED 271 | low | Jun | AED 301 | medium | Oct | AED 271 | low |
| Mar | AED 271 | low | Jul | AED 361 | high | Nov | AED 261 | low |
| Apr | AED 291 | medium | Aug | AED 361 | high | Dec | AED 381 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Rabaul is consistently hot, but humidity levels vary. The wettest month is February (approx. 433 mm of precipitation), while the period from June to September is considered relatively dry and comfortable for travel, as rainfall is minimal and the number of sunny days increases.
Flight costs vary only slightly due to the low frequency of flights. The lowest fares are recorded in September — AED 266, while in August, the price peaks starting AED 330. In June and July, tickets can be purchased AED 271 and AED 271 respectively.
The optimal time for booking is September, offering the best balance between price and weather conditions. It is recommended to avoid traveling in February and March due to peak rainfall and the risk of flight delays.
One primary airline, Air Niugini, provides regular service on the route from Kavieng to Rabaul. Direct flights operate approximately once a week, making trip planning dependent on the carrier's specific departure dates. For up-to-date departure times and flight details, use the interactive list and airline cards located further down the page.
Flights Kavieng — Rabaul depart from Kavieng Airport and arrive at Tokua Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is only 235 km. Pure flying time for a direct flight usually takes less than 1 hour, making this route the fastest way to travel between the islands.
The main carrier connecting Kavieng and Rabaul is Papua New Guinea's national airline — Air Niugini (PX).
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, though their frequency is limited to approximately one departure per week.
Flight prices are dynamic and depend on the booking date. You can always check the current minimum for the coming months in the low-fare calendar on our page.
Flights from Kavieng arrive at Rabaul Airport (RAB), which is the primary air gateway for the region.
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