Flying from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to Mount Hagen Airport (HGU): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Jacksons International Airport to Mount Hagen Airport.
Flights from POM to HGU start at 07:30 — the earliest with PNG Air. The last service of the day is at 15:30 with Air Niugini. Overall, there are 46 weekly Jacksons International Airport to Mount Hagen Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your POM to HGU flight.
Traveling during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
PNG Air is your gateway to exploring Mount Hagen (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Papua New Guinea!). Check out the direct flights from Jacksons International Airport to Mount Hagen Airport offered by this airline.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is PNG Air.
Air Niugini is the most punctual carrier operating POM to HGU flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to Mount Hagen Airport (HGU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Jacksons International Airport to Mount Hagen Airport flight is $99. A return plane ticket is currently $183. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from POM to HGU, book your trip ten months ahead of your departure date.
Organize your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Jacksons International Airport to Mount Hagen Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Jacksons International Airport (POM)
59.86% of flights taking off from Jacksons International Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Jacksons International Airport from central Port Moresby, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Searching for a handy hotel near POM? If you're boarding an early flight from Jacksons International Airport to Mount Hagen Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Mount Hagen Airport (HGU)
Consider staying at Highlander Hotel after your Jacksons International Airport to Mount Hagen Airport flight. It's a quick drive from HGU and a good choice if you're eager to freshen up right away.
Getting from Mount Hagen Airport (HGU) to central Mount Hagen
From Mount Hagen Airport, Mount Hagen is approximately 10 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the center driving.
When to fly to Mount Hagen Airport (HGU)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Jacksons International Airport to Mount Hagen Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Mount Hagen. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Mount Hagen is November, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your flights from Jacksons International Airport to Mount Hagen Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
August sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from POM to HGU sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Papua New Guinea
You've done Mount Hagen, now it's time to discover more of Papua New Guinea. Journey around 322 kilometers east to Lae to check off its top sights. From Lae War Cemetery to Lae Botanic Gardens and Amelia Earhart Memorial Lae PNG, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Where to next? Travel to Madang. It's roughly 177 kilometers east of Mount Hagen and is home to highlights including Kalibobo Light House and Balek Wildlife Sanctuary.