How many flights depart from Cairns to Papua New Guinea on average per day?

As of October 2026, there are 1 flights per day flying from Cairns to Papua New Guinea. The most common time of day flights depart is 07:00, with 66% of flights taking off at midday.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cairns to Papua New Guinea?

Air Niugini and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to Papua New Guinea

How many flights depart from Cairns to Papua New Guinea on average per week?

The number of flights available between Cairns and Papua New Guinea is 9 per week as of October 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 22% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Papua New Guinea?

Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Papua New Guinea are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to Papua New Guinea?

As of October 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Cairns Airport to Papua New Guinea.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Papua New Guinea?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Papua New Guinea.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Papua New Guinea?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Papua New Guinea can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Papua New Guinea. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$285 Cheap Flights from Cairns to Papua New Guinea in 2026/27

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11:50 - 13:20CNS Cairns-POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

1h 30mdirect

09:30 - 11:00POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld-CNS Cairns

1h 30mdirect

$517Air Niugini

Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

07:00 - 08:30CNS Cairns-POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

1h 30mdirect

17:00 - 18:30POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld-CNS Cairns

1h 30mdirect

$520Air Niugini

Tue, 9 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb

11:50 - 13:20CNS Cairns-POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

1h 30mdirect

09:30 - 11:00POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld-CNS Cairns

1h 30mdirect

$521Air Niugini

Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

07:00 - 08:30CNS Cairns-POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

1h 30mdirect

09:30 - 11:00POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld-CNS Cairns

1h 30mdirect

$521Air Niugini

Wed, 18 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

07:00 - 08:30CNS Cairns-POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

1h 30mdirect

09:30 - 11:00POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld-CNS Cairns

1h 30mdirect

$521Air Niugini

Wed, 18 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov

07:00 - 08:30CNS Cairns-POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

1h 30mdirect

17:00 - 18:30POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld-CNS Cairns

1h 30mdirect

$521Air Niugini

Thu, 19 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

07:00 - 08:30CNS Cairns-POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

1h 30mdirect

09:30 - 11:00POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld-CNS Cairns

1h 30mdirect

$521Air Niugini

Wed, 14 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct

11:50 - 13:20CNS Cairns-POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

1h 30mdirect

09:30 - 11:00POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld-CNS Cairns

1h 30mdirect

$523Air Niugini

Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov

11:50 - 13:20CNS Cairns-POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

1h 30mdirect

13:40 - 21:15POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld-CNS Cairns

7h 35m1 stop Brisbane

$695Multiple Airlines

Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

11:50 - 13:20CNS Cairns-POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

1h 30mdirect

13:40 - 21:15POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld-CNS Cairns

7h 35m1 stop Brisbane

$700Multiple Airlines

Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

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07:00 - 08:30CNS Cairns-POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

1h 30mdirect

17:00 - 18:30POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld-CNS Cairns

1h 30mdirect

$517Air Niugini

Thu, 8 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct

07:00 - 08:30CNS Cairns-POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

1h 30mdirect

13:25 - 22:45POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld-CNS Cairns

9h 20m1 stop Brisbane

$700Multiple Airlines

Thu, 8 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct

07:00 - 08:30CNS Cairns-POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

1h 30mdirect

17:00 - 18:30POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld-CNS Cairns

1h 30mdirect

$724Air Niugini

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

17:40 - 12:20CNS Cairns-POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

18h 40m1 stop Brisbane

17:00 - 18:30POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld-CNS Cairns

1h 30mdirect

$835Multiple Airlines

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

07:00 - 08:30CNS Cairns-POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

1h 30mdirect

13:25 - 20:15POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld-CNS Cairns

30h 50m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith

$851Multiple Airlines

Thu, 8 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct

14:55 - 12:20CNS Cairns-POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

21h 25m2 stops Townsville Brisbane

17:00 - 18:30POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld-CNS Cairns

1h 30mdirect

$991Multiple Airlines

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

09:00 - 12:20CNS Cairns-POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

27h 20m2 stops Townsville Brisbane

13:25 - 22:45POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld-CNS Cairns

9h 20m1 stop Brisbane

$1,132Qantas Airways

Thu, 8 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct

12:35 - 12:20CNS Cairns-POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

23h 45m2 stops Townsville Brisbane

13:25 - 20:15POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld-CNS Cairns

30h 50m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,287Multiple Airlines

Thu, 8 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct

17:40 - 12:20CNS Cairns-POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

18h 40m1 stop Brisbane

13:25 - 10:50POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld-CNS Cairns

45h 25m2 stops Brisbane Melbourne

$1,502Qantas Airways

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

11:35 - 12:20CNS Cairns-POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

24h 45m2 stops Melbourne Brisbane

13:25 - 10:50POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld-CNS Cairns

45h 25m2 stops Brisbane Melbourne

$1,663Qantas Airways

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

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Air Niugini flights from Cairns to Papua New Guinea

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22 Nov

CNS11:50Cairns

1h 30m

POM13:20Port Moresby Jackson Fld

29 Nov

POM09:30Port Moresby Jackson Fld

1h 30m

CNS11:00Cairns

$517

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9 Feb

CNS07:00Cairns

1h 30m

POM08:30Port Moresby Jackson Fld

16 Feb

POM17:00Port Moresby Jackson Fld

1h 30m

CNS18:30Cairns

$520

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14 Oct

CNS07:00Cairns

1h 30m

POM08:30Port Moresby Jackson Fld

25 Oct

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1h 30m

CNS11:00Cairns

$521

Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Papua New Guinea

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19 Nov

CNS11:40Cairns

23h 55m

2 stops

POM11:35Port Moresby Jackson Fld

22 Nov

POM13:40Port Moresby Jackson Fld

7h 35m

1 stop

CNS21:15Cairns

$1,025

Qantas Airways

18 Nov

CNS11:40Cairns

49h 10m

2 stops

POM12:50Port Moresby Jackson Fld

21 Nov

POM13:40Port Moresby Jackson Fld

19h 20m

1 stop

CNS09:00Cairns

$1,039

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14 Nov

CNS06:00Cairns

6h 50m

1 stop

POM12:50Port Moresby Jackson Fld

21 Nov

POM13:40Port Moresby Jackson Fld

21h 15m

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$1,064

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Sun 22/11

11:50-13:20

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09:30-11:00

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$521

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17:00-18:30

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$521

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07:00-08:30

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09:30-11:00

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$521

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Sat 14/11

11:50-13:20

Nonstop1h 30m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

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09:30-11:00

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$523

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11:50-13:20

Nonstop1h 30m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sun 29/11

13:40-21:15

1 stop7h 35m

$695

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CNS Cairns - POM Port Moresby Jackson Fld

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Sun 15/11

11:50-13:20

Nonstop1h 30m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sun 22/11

13:40-21:15

1 stop7h 35m

$700

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Papua New Guinea?

The month of February is another great option to travel to Papua New Guinea, with average flight prices from Cairns averaging around $464.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Papua New Guinea?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Papua New Guinea from Cairns is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $521. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $1,145. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Papua New Guinea.

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Best price found	$285
Fastest flight time	1h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Papua New Guinea	28 airports

The best one-way flight to Papua New Guinea from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $285. The best return flight deal from Cairns to Papua New Guinea found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $517.

The fastest flight from Cairns to Papua New Guinea takes 1h 30m

Direct flights go from Cairns to Papua New Guinea every day.

There are 28 airports in Papua New Guinea. From Cairns there are direct flights to Port Moresby Jackson Fld (POM).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Papua New Guinea?
Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Papua New Guinea are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to Papua New Guinea?
As of October 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Cairns Airport to Papua New Guinea.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Papua New Guinea?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Papua New Guinea.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Papua New Guinea?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Papua New Guinea can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Papua New Guinea. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Cairns to Papua New Guinea?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Cairns to Papua New Guinea is Airbus A220-300 (75.00% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (10.53%), Boeing 737 MAX 8 (3.95%), and Airbus A220 (3.95%).

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