On this page, you can book flight tickets for the route from Port Vila to Port Moresby. The distance between the cities is about 2464 km, and we will help you find the best flight options between these Pacific hubs.
Regular flights on this route are operated by Air Niugini. Ticket prices change depending on the season, so we recommend using the low price calendar and checking in advance how to get to Port Vila Airport and from Port Moresby Airport.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Port Vila — Port Moresby by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,859 in n, and the most expensive are around AED 4,729 in e. 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.
Port Vila → Port Moresby, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 3,761 | medium | May | AED 3,510 | medium | Sep | AED 4,012 | high |
| Feb | AED 3,260 | low | Jun | AED 4,112 | high | Oct | AED 3,611 | medium |
| Mar | AED 3,109 | low | Jul | AED 4,413 | high | Nov | AED 3,310 | low |
| Apr | AED 3,209 | low | Aug | AED 4,313 | high | Dec | AED 4,262 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Port Moresby is consistently hot, with maximum temperatures reaching 30°C in December and January. March is considered the rainiest period, with more than 319 mm of precipitation, while the driest weather occurs in July and August.
The best flight deals are found in March — AED 1,859 and July — AED 1,884. According to available data, the most expensive month is October, when the ticket price can rise to AED 4,729.
The best time for a trip is July: it's a great compromise between minimal rainfall and affordable ticket prices. You should avoid flying in March if you are sensitive to heavy tropical downpours, despite the attractive flight cost.
Flights between the capitals of Vanuatu and Papua New Guinea are operated by Air Niugini. It is the primary carrier on this route, providing regular air service. You can find detailed information about departure days and flight options in the interactive list below.
Flights Port Vila — Port Moresby depart from Bauerfield Airport and arrive at Jacksons International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
With a distance of about 2464 km, a direct flight takes approximately 3–3.5 hours. The exact time depends on the aircraft type and weather conditions along the route.
The main carrier operating regular flights from Vanuatu to Papua New Guinea is Air Niugini (PX).
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, although their schedule may change. The current flight schedule for specific dates is available on this page.
Flight prices are dynamic and depend on the season and demand. You can see the current minimum for the coming months in the low price calendar block above.
Flights from Port Vila arrive at Jacksons International Airport (POM), which serves the capital of Papua New Guinea, Port Moresby.
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