On this page, you can find and book flights from Port Moresby to Palikir. The distance between the cities is 2,187 km, and air travel is the only fast way to get from Papua New Guinea to Micronesia.
Use the low-price calendar and flight price charts to find the best options. We also recommend checking out information on how to get to the airport of departure and looking into ways to get to the city after landing.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Port Moresby — Palikir by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $1,196 in J, and the most expensive are around $1,604 in F. 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 Moresby → Palikir, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $2,236 | high | May | $1,916 | medium | Sep | $1,891 | medium |
| Feb | $2,172 | high | Jun | $1,789 | low | Oct | $1,916 | medium |
| Mar | $2,108 | high | Jul | $1,814 | low | Nov | $1,852 | low |
| Apr | $1,980 | medium | Aug | $1,725 | low | Dec | $2,172 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Palikir is characterized by high humidity and consistently warm temperatures throughout the year. The hottest period is September and October, with an average maximum of 28.2°C, while the highest rainfall occurs in July, which sees up to 29 rainy days.
Airfare prices vary significantly depending on the season. The most budget-friendly offers are found in January, with prices starting $1,197, while September is considered the peak month with the highest flight costs — $1,605.
As a compromise between weather and price, you might consider February. This month sees a relative lull in precipitation (up to 10 dry days), while ticket prices remain at around $1,205, making the trip more comfortable and cost-effective.
Several regional airlines operate on the route from Port Moresby to Palikir, providing air connections between the islands of Oceania. Most flight options involve connections at regional hubs, as direct flights on this route are rare. A full list of available carriers, current schedules, and route details are provided in the list below.
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Find ticketsFlights Port Moresby — Palikir depart from Jacksons International Airport and arrive at Pohnpei Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 2,187 km. If a direct flight were available, the travel time would be about 3 hours; however, due to layovers, the total travel time usually takes between 10 and 20 hours.
Flights are primarily operated by regional Oceania airlines with connections. You can see the current list of available carriers for a specific date in the search results on this page.
Currently, there are no scheduled direct flights between these cities. Most routes involve one or two layovers at major regional airports.
Prices change constantly depending on the season and demand. The current minimum recorded in our system is from 93,692 ₽ for a departure in January.
All flights on this route arrive at Pohnpei International Airport (PNI) in Palikir, located on the island of Pohnpei.
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