On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the route from Popondetta to Port Moresby. The direct flight covers a distance of 143 km, and flights operate approximately once a week.
Flights on this route are operated by airline PX. Before booking, we recommend checking how to get to Popondetta Airport and arranging transport to arrive on time for check-in, as well as looking up ways to get from Port Moresby Airport to your destination.
The table shows direct flights Popondetta → Port Moresby on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 30 min. Regular flights are operated by Air Niugini. Departures from Girua Airport airports, arrivals at Jacksons International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Popondetta — Port Moresby by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $50 in y, and the most expensive are around $57 in J. 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.
Popondetta → Port Moresby, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $67 | medium | May | $60 | low | Sep | $72 | high |
| Feb | $59 | low | Jun | $64 | medium | Oct | $64 | medium |
| Mar | $59 | low | Jul | $69 | high | Nov | $63 | medium |
| Apr | $62 | medium | Aug | $69 | high | Dec | $75 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Port Moresby is consistently hot: the highest temperatures are recorded in December (up to 30.2°C), while March is considered the rainiest month. The period from June to August features the driest weather, making travel during this time more comfortable in terms of weather conditions.
Due to the lack of current data on minimum fares for the coming months, we recommend tracking ticket prices in real-time. Prices can vary significantly depending on the season and seat availability on the sole carrier's flights.
As a compromise between weather and travel conditions, you might consider July, when rainfall is at its minimum. It is recommended to avoid traveling during the peak of the wet season in early spring if you have the option to reschedule for a drier period.
Air travel between these cities is provided by one main airline — Air Niugini (PX). The route consists primarily of direct flights, with a frequency of approximately once a week. Detailed information regarding the days of the week and exact departure times can be found in the list below; click on the carrier's card to explore available flight options.
Flights Popondetta — Port Moresby depart from Girua Airport and arrive at Jacksons International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average travel time on a direct flight is about 30–45 minutes, as the distance between the cities is no more than 143 km.
Regular air services on this route are operated by airline PX (Air Niugini).
Yes, the carrier operates direct non-stop flights, which is the fastest way to travel between the cities.
Flight prices are dynamic and depend on the booking date. You can find current minimum prices in the low-price calendar block on this page.
For this route with a limited number of flights (one per week), it is optimal to purchase tickets 4–8 weeks before departure.
All flights from Popondetta arrive at Jacksons International Airport in Port Moresby.
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