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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Port Moresby Airport to Cairns Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $585. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cairns.$585 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Port Moresby on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Cairns.Inbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Cairns on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Port Moresby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $585, select.

Cairns.$585 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Port Moresby on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Cairns.Inbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Cairns on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Port Moresby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $585, select.

Cairns.$586 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Fri, 1 Jan.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Port Moresby on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Cairns.Inbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Cairns on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Port Moresby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $586, select.

Cairns.$586 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Sun, 30 Aug.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Port Moresby on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Cairns.Inbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Cairns on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Port Moresby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $586, select.

Cairns.$598 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Port Moresby on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Cairns.Inbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Cairns on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Port Moresby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $598, select.

Cairns.$607 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Sun, 25 Oct.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Port Moresby on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Cairns.Inbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Cairns on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Port Moresby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $607, select.

Cairns.$629 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jun, returning Thu, 10 Jun.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Port Moresby on Thu, 3 Jun, arriving in Cairns.Inbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Cairns on Thu, 10 Jun, arriving in Port Moresby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $629, select.

Cairns.$632 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Port Moresby on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Cairns.Inbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Cairns on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Port Moresby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $632, select.

Cairns.$716 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Port Moresby on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Cairns.Inbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Cairns on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Port Moresby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $716, select.

Cairns.$1,005 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan, returning Tue, 19 Jan.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Port Moresby on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in Port Moresby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,005, select.

Cairns.$2,172 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec, returning Sun, 27 Dec.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Port Moresby on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Port Moresby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,172, select.

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Cheapest flight found	$585
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	1 hr, 30 mins
Most popular airline	Air Niugini
Average flights per week	10

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

How much are return flights from Port Moresby to Cairns?

The best price we found for a return flight from Port Moresby to Cairns is $585. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns?

1 hour and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Port Moresby to Cairns.

Which airlines fly direct from Port Moresby to Cairns?

Air Niugini flies direct from Port Moresby to Cairns.

How many flights are there a week from Port Moresby to Cairns?

As of August 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from Port Moresby to Cairns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly from Port Moresby to Cairns is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Port Moresby Airport to Cairns Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Port Moresby Airport to Cairns Airport on Wednesday, 4 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Port Moresby Airport to Cairns Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 30 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cairns?

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 Cairns 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Cairns?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairns is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Port Moresby Airport to Cairns with?

Currently, Air Niugini offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairns.

Flying from Port Moresby Airport (POM) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know

The average duration of a direct flight from Port Moresby Airport to Cairns Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Port Moresby and Cairns are in the same timezone, UTC+10.
Every week, there are nine Port Moresby Airport to Cairns Airport flights. To take off early, jump on the 09:35 Air Niugini flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 17:00 with Air Niugini.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your POM to CNS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Air Niugini has direct flights from Port Moresby Airport to Cairns Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Cairns — and maybe even more of Australia if time allows.
Air Niugini is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for POM to CNS flights is Air Niugini.
If you'd like to discover a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Port Moresby Airport to Cairns Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Sydney Airport is a popular stop between POM and CNS.

How to find the cheapest flights from Port Moresby Airport (POM) to Cairns Airport (CNS)

At the moment, $260 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Port Moresby Airport to Cairns Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $585. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from POM to CNS, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Port Moresby Airport to Cairns Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from POM to CNS by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Port Moresby Airport to Cairns Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Port Moresby Airport (POM)

62% of flights taking off from Port Moresby Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Port Moresby Airport from central Port Moresby, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near POM? If you're boarding an early flight from Port Moresby Airport to Cairns Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)

If you're arriving on a late Port Moresby Airport to Cairns Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CNS:
Hit the road running by picking up a Cairns Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from simba car rental, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cairns and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Cairns Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.

When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)

July is the most popular month for flights from Port Moresby Airport to Cairns Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Cairns in March.
The warmest month in Cairns is January, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Port Moresby Airport to Cairns Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from POM to CNS in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 16ºC and 25ºC on average.

Explore more of Australia

Cairns is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres south of Cairns, a visit to Townsville will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Great Barrier Reef Aquarium and Botanic Gardens.
Bowen is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns. No journey is complete without visiting Horseshoe Bay Beach, Sunset Point and Kings Beach.