Traveling from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Jacksons International Airport (POM): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Jacksons International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 6 hours 45 minutes.
Port Moresby is two hours ahead of Hong Kong and is in the UTC+10 timezone.
You can choose from four weekly Hong Kong International Airport to Jacksons International Airport flights. The 20:45 departure with Air Niugini is the earliest flight available. Air Niugini operates the last service of the day at 21:50.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your HKG to POM flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Flying into Port Moresby (and then seeing more of Papua New Guinea!) is a cinch with Air Niugini. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Jacksons International Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Air Niugini on this route.
Air Niugini is the most punctual carrier that offers HKG to POM flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Hong Kong International Airport to Jacksons International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between HKG and POM include:
Changi International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Jacksons International Airport (POM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Jacksons International Airport flight is $424. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $808. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from HKG to POM by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Jacksons International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from HKG to POM.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Jacksons International Airport.
Handy information about Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
You'll find HKG at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
Of the departures from Hong Kong International Airport, 73.04% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Hong Kong to Hong Kong International Airport is around 32 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near HKG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Jacksons International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Jacksons International Airport (POM)
If you're landing on a late Hong Kong International Airport to Jacksons International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near POM:
Getting from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to central Port Moresby
From Jacksons International Airport, Port Moresby is approximately 10 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the center by car.
When to fly to Jacksons International Airport (POM)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Jacksons International Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Port Moresby. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Port Moresby is December, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Jacksons International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from HKG to POM in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Papua New Guinea
Lae is just one of the many places in Papua New Guinea waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Port Moresby. Around 306 kilometers 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 located around 145 kilometers north-east of Port Moresby. Be sure to visit highlights including Doreen Park.