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Flight deals from Melbourne Tullamarine to Port Moresby

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Port Moresby.$565 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 2, returning Tue, Sep 9.Round-trip flight with Jetstar and Air Niugini.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, Sep 2, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departing from Port Moresby on Tue, Sep 9, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $565, select.
Port Moresby.$627 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 28, returning Sun, Aug 31.Round-trip flight with Jetstar and Air Niugini.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, Aug 28, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departing from Port Moresby on Sun, Aug 31, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $627, select.
Port Moresby.$649 per passenger.Departing Mon, Sep 1, returning Wed, Oct 1.Round-trip flight with Jetstar and Air Niugini.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, Sep 1, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departing from Port Moresby on Wed, Oct 1, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $649, select.
Port Moresby.$682 per passenger.Departing Sat, Feb 7, returning Mon, Feb 16.Round-trip flight with Jetstar and Air Niugini.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, Feb 7, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departing from Port Moresby on Mon, Feb 16, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $682, select.
Port Moresby.$686 per passenger.Departing Sat, Dec 27, returning Mon, Dec 29.Round-trip flight with Jetstar and Air Niugini.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, Dec 27, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departing from Port Moresby on Mon, Dec 29, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $686, select.
Port Moresby.$709 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 17, returning Sun, Nov 2.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, Oct 17, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Port Moresby on Sun, Nov 2, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $709, select.
Port Moresby.$711 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 22, returning Tue, Aug 5.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, Jul 22, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Port Moresby on Tue, Aug 5, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $711, select.
Port Moresby.$711 per passenger.Departing Wed, Nov 12, returning Wed, Nov 26.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, Nov 12, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Port Moresby on Wed, Nov 26, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $711, select.

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Melbourne Tullamarine to Port Moresby: Alternative routes

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

Melbourne to Port Moresby: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$565
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Port Moresby: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Port Moresby is $565. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Port Moresby. But we found flights with one or more stops from $565.
There are no flights flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Port Moresby, as of July 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Port Moresby is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Port Moresby Airport on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and Port Moresby Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Port Moresby.

Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Jacksons International Airport (POM): what you need to know

  • Port Moresby is one hour behind Melbourne and follows the UTC+10 timezone.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MEL to POM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.

  • If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jacksons International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MEL and POM:

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Brisbane Airport

    • Cairns Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Jacksons International Airport (POM)

  • At the moment, $310 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jacksons International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $565. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from MEL to POM, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jacksons International Airport.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MEL to POM by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Pick your ideal 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 Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jacksons International Airport.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near MEL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jacksons International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Jacksons International Airport (POM)

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

  • Jacksons International Airport to central Port Moresby has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometers away.

When to fly to Jacksons International Airport (POM)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jacksons International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Port Moresby based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jacksons International Airport for December if you'd like to explore Port Moresby during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).

  • August has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MEL to POM around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Papua New Guinea

  • You've seen Port Moresby, now it's time to explore other parts of Papua New Guinea. Journey about 306 kilometers north to Lae to tick off its leading attractions. From Lae War Cemetery to Lae Botanic Gardens and Amelia Earhart Memorial Lae PNG, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Another well-known destination in Papua New Guinea, Popondetta is located about 145 kilometers north-east of Port Moresby. Set aside time for highlights including Doreen Park.

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