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Flight deals from Melbourne to Port Moresby

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Melbourne to Port Moresby Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $618. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Port Moresby.$607 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 29, returning Fri, Jun 5.Round-trip flight with Jetstar and Air Niugini.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, May 29, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departing from Port Moresby on Fri, Jun 5, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $607, select.
Port Moresby.$608 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 5, returning Sun, Nov 8.Round-trip flight with Virgin Australia and Air Niugini.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, Nov 5, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departing from Port Moresby on Sun, Nov 8, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $608, select.
Port Moresby.$610 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 30, returning Fri, Jul 31.Round-trip flight with Jetstar and Air Niugini.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, Jul 30, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departing from Port Moresby on Fri, Jul 31, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $610, select.
Port Moresby.$618 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jun 19, returning Wed, Jun 24.Round-trip flight with Jetstar and Air Niugini.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, Jun 19, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departing from Port Moresby on Wed, Jun 24, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $618, select.
Port Moresby.$625 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 15, returning Sat, May 23.Round-trip flight with Jetstar and Air Niugini.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, May 15, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departing from Port Moresby on Sat, May 23, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $625, select.
Port Moresby.$629 per passenger.Departing Fri, Sep 4, returning Tue, Sep 8.Round-trip flight with Jetstar and Air Niugini.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, Sep 4, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departing from Port Moresby on Tue, Sep 8, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $629, select.
Port Moresby.$636 per passenger.Departing Mon, Aug 3, returning Tue, Aug 4.Round-trip flight with Jetstar and Air Niugini.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, Aug 3, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departing from Port Moresby on Tue, Aug 4, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $636, select.
Port Moresby.$672 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 12, returning Tue, Dec 1.Round-trip flight with Virgin Australia and Air Niugini.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, Nov 12, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departing from Port Moresby on Tue, Dec 1, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $672, select.
Port Moresby.$814 per passenger.Departing Sat, Oct 3, returning Sat, Oct 10.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, Oct 3, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Port Moresby on Sat, Oct 10, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $814, select.
Port Moresby.$816 per passenger.Departing Fri, Aug 21, returning Sun, Sep 20.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, Aug 21, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Port Moresby on Sun, Sep 20, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $816, select.
Port Moresby.$818 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 29, returning Wed, Aug 5.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, Jul 29, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Port Moresby on Wed, Aug 5, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $818, select.
Port Moresby.$818 per passenger.Departing Fri, Sep 25, returning Sun, Oct 4.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, Sep 25, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Port Moresby on Sun, Oct 4, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $818, select.
Port Moresby.$818 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jan 13, returning Wed, Jan 20.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, Jan 13, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Port Moresby on Wed, Jan 20, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $818, select.
Port Moresby.$818 per passenger.Departing Tue, Feb 2, returning Tue, Feb 16.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, Feb 2, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Port Moresby on Tue, Feb 16, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $818, select.
Port Moresby.$818 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jun 26, returning Tue, Jul 7.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, Jun 26, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Port Moresby on Tue, Jul 7, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $818, select.
Port Moresby.$820 per passenger.Departing Fri, Dec 25, returning Fri, Jan 8.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, Dec 25, arriving in Port Moresby.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Port Moresby on Fri, Jan 8, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $820, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Port Moresby

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to Port Moresby flights are currently cheapest in November.
May
from $625
Jun
from $618
Jul
from $610
Aug
from $636
Sep
from $629
Oct
from $814
Nov
from $608
Dec
from $853
Jan
from $818
Feb
from $818
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Apr
from $847

Melbourne to Port Moresby: Alternative routes

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

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Port Moresby is $607. 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 to Port Moresby. But we found flights with one stop from $607.
There are no flights flying from Melbourne to Port Moresby, as of May 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Port Moresby is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Port Moresby Airport on Friday, May 29, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Port Moresby is Jetstar.

Flying from Melbourne to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (POM): What you need to know

  • Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport is located in Port Moresby. The city runs on the UTC+10 timezone and is one hour behind Melbourne.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Melbourne to POM.

  • Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to POM. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:

    • Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)

    • Brisbane Airport (BNE)

    • Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • Located around 24 kilometers from the center of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Melbourne to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:

  • 63% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport reach their destination on schedule.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • Break up your flight from Melbourne to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport with a stop at Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD). A main stopover between Avalon Airport and POM, it's the perfect opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.

  • You can reach AVV from the center of Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometers or so.

  • Relax before your Melbourne to POM flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and arrive at the airport with time to spare.

  • Avalon Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure shows how often flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on time.

About Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (POM)

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

  • Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport is about 8 kilometers from central Port Moresby. How long it'll take to get to the center by car rental or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.

  • It typically takes 35 minutes when traveling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (POM)

  • $338 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport. Return flights start at $607. These fares can change based on demand.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to POM if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.

  • Cheap Melbourne to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Melbourne to POM couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.

  • Find an affordable flight from Melbourne to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Melbourne to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (POM)

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (POM), while May is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Port Moresby based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book a Melbourne to POM plane ticket departing in December if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Port Moresby to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • August sees temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Port Moresby

  • Start your Port Moresby trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:

  • Port Moresby Nature Park and Experience PNG are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Port Moresby travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Saint Mary's Catholic Cathedral.

Explore more of Papua New Guinea

  • Have time for another stop? Make your way to Bulolo. It's located about 257 kilometers north of Port Moresby and is known for highlights like McAdam National Park.

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