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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Honiara to Port Moresby flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Honiara to Port Moresby

Honiara to Port Moresby: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Honiara to Port Moresby below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Port Moresby.

Honiara to Port Moresby: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP30,787
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 19 mins
Most popular airlineAir Niugini
Average flights per week4

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Honiara to Port Moresby is P30,787. 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.
2 hours and 19 minutes is the average flight time from Honiara to Port Moresby.
Air Niugini, Solomon Airlines and Fiji Airways fly direct from Honiara to Port Moresby.
As of May 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Honiara to Port Moresby.
The cheapest month to fly from Honiara to Port Moresby is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Honiara Airport to Port Moresby Airport on Thursday, 29 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 19 minutes.
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 Port Moresby 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Port Moresby is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Solomon Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Port Moresby.

Flying from Honiara International Airport (HIR) to Jacksons International Airport (POM): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Honiara International Airport to Jacksons International Airport.

  • The timezone in Port Moresby is UTC+10, which is one hour behind Honiara.

  • Each week, there are five Honiara International Airport to Jacksons International Airport flights. If you want to take off as early as possible, take the 11:30 Air Niugini flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 11:40 with Air Niugini.

  • To ensure you get on your HIR to POM flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Air Niugini has direct flights from Honiara International Airport to Jacksons International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Port Moresby — and maybe even more of Papua New Guinea if your schedule allows.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with Air Niugini on this route.

  • Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Honiara International Airport to Jacksons International Airport. Brisbane Airport is a popular stopover on the HIR to POM route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Honiara International Airport (HIR) to Jacksons International Airport (POM)

  • Currently, P15,102 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Honiara International Airport to Jacksons International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P30,787. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book seven months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HIR to POM.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Honiara International Airport to Jacksons International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from HIR to POM by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Honiara International Airport to Jacksons International Airport.

Handy information about Honiara International Airport (HIR)

  • To reach Honiara International Airport from central Honiara, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to HIR? If you've booked an early flight from Honiara International Airport to Jacksons International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Jacksons International Airport (POM)

  • If you're getting in on a late Honiara International Airport to Jacksons International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near POM:

Getting from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to central Port Moresby

  • From Jacksons International Airport, Port Moresby is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.

When to fly to Jacksons International Airport (POM)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Honiara International Airport to Jacksons International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Port Moresby. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Honiara International Airport to Jacksons International Airport for December if you want to go to Port Moresby during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from HIR to POM in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.

Explore more of Papua New Guinea

  • Lae is just one of the many cities in Papua New Guinea waiting to be explored after you've seen Port Moresby. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Lae War Cemetery, Lae Botanic Gardens and Amelia Earhart Memorial Lae PNG.

  • Another well-known destination in Papua New Guinea, Popondetta is about 145 kilometres north-east of Port Moresby. Be sure to visit highlights including Doreen Park.

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