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Low Price Flights from Lae to Port Moresby

Find Cheapest Airlines Flying from Lae to Port Moresby

Choose from 2 carriers that fly from Lae to Port Moresby, including Air Niugini, PNG Air, Enjoy the cheapest tickets on this route with PNG Air.
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Lae to Port Moresby according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Explore the cheapest flights from Lae to Port Moresby in the next three months. Based on Trip.com's data from the latest 7 days, one-way direct flights start at AU$ 80, and round-trip direct tickets start at AU$ 161.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        LAE 17:40
        1h 10m
        Direct
        POM 18:50
        Lae - Port Moresby | Mon, May 18 | PNG Air
        POM 05:30
        1h 10m
        Direct
        LAE 06:40
        Port Moresby - Lae | Mon, May 25 | PNG Air
        AU$ 161 AU$ 183
        12% off
        12% off
        AU$ 183 AU$ 161
      • LAE 07:10
        1h 10m
        Direct
        POM 08:20
        Lae - Port Moresby | Sun, May 31 | PNG Air
        POM 13:30
        1h 10m
        Direct
        LAE 14:40
        Port Moresby - Lae | Sun, Jun 7 | PNG Air
        AU$ 162 AU$ 183
        11% off
        11% off
        AU$ 183 AU$ 162
      • LAE 17:55
        1h 10m
        Direct
        POM 19:05
        Lae - Port Moresby | Mon, May 25 | PNG Air
        POM 09:30
        1h 10m
        Direct
        LAE 10:40
        Port Moresby - Lae | Mon, Jun 1 | PNG Air
        AU$ 162 AU$ 183
        11% off
        11% off
        AU$ 183 AU$ 162
      • LAE 08:35
        1h 10m
        Direct
        POM 09:45
        Lae - Port Moresby | Thu, May 28 | PNG Air
        POM 07:00
        1h 10m
        Direct
        LAE 08:10
        Port Moresby - Lae | Thu, Jun 4 | PNG Air
        AU$ 164
        10% off
        AU$ 183 AU$ 164
      • LAE 07:10
        1h 10m
        Direct
        POM 08:20
        Lae - Port Moresby | Thu, Apr 23 | PNG Air
        POM 05:30
        1h 10m
        Direct
        LAE 06:40
        Port Moresby - Lae | Wed, Apr 29 | PNG Air
        AU$ 167
        9% off
        AU$ 183 AU$ 167
      • LAE 14:50
        55m
        Direct
        POM 15:45
        Lae - Port Moresby | Mon, May 25 | Air Niugini
        POM 10:45
        1h 10m
        Direct
        LAE 11:55
        Port Moresby - Lae | Mon, Jun 1 | PNG Air
        AU$ 168
        8% off
        AU$ 183 AU$ 168
      • LAE 08:35
        1h 10m
        Direct
        POM 09:45
        Lae - Port Moresby | Fri, May 1 | PNG Air
        POM 13:30
        1h 10m
        Direct
        LAE 14:40
        Port Moresby - Lae | Fri, May 8 | PNG Air
        AU$ 168
        8% off
        AU$ 183 AU$ 168
      • LAE 17:40
        1h 10m
        Direct
        POM 18:50
        Lae - Port Moresby | Fri, May 15 | PNG Air
        POM 05:30
        1h 10m
        Direct
        LAE 06:40
        Port Moresby - Lae | Fri, May 22 | PNG Air
        AU$ 169
        8% off
        AU$ 183 AU$ 169
      • LAE 10:40
        1h 10m
        Direct
        POM 11:50
        Lae - Port Moresby | Fri, May 22 | PNG Air
        POM 05:30
        1h 10m
        Direct
        LAE 06:40
        Port Moresby - Lae | Fri, May 29 | PNG Air
        AU$ 169
        8% off
        AU$ 183 AU$ 169
      • LAE 17:40
        1h 10m
        Direct
        POM 18:50
        Lae - Port Moresby | Fri, Apr 24 | PNG Air
        POM 16:00
        1h 10m
        Direct
        LAE 17:10
        Port Moresby - Lae | Fri, May 1 | PNG Air
        AU$ 170
        7% off
        AU$ 183 AU$ 170
      • LAE 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        POM Invalid Date
        Lae - Port Moresby | Tue, Apr 21 | Normal Airline
        POM 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        LAE 16:00
        Port Moresby - Lae | Thu, Apr 23 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        LAE 17:55
        1h 10m
        Direct
        POM 19:05
        Lae - Port Moresby | Sat, May 16 | PNG Air
        AU$ 80 AU$ 141
        43% off
        43% off
        AU$ 141 AU$ 80
      • LAE 18:05
        55m
        Direct
        POM 19:00
        Lae - Port Moresby | Sat, May 16 | Air Niugini
        AU$ 82 AU$ 141
        42% off
        42% off
        AU$ 141 AU$ 82
      • LAE 08:35
        1h 10m
        Direct
        POM 09:45
        Lae - Port Moresby | Thu, May 7 | PNG Air
        AU$ 87 AU$ 141
        38% off
        38% off
        AU$ 141 AU$ 87
      • LAE 08:35
        1h 10m
        Direct
        POM 09:45
        Lae - Port Moresby | Wed, May 6 | PNG Air
        AU$ 88
        38% off
        AU$ 141 AU$ 88
      • LAE 08:35
        1h 10m
        Direct
        POM 09:45
        Lae - Port Moresby | Wed, May 13 | PNG Air
        AU$ 88
        38% off
        AU$ 141 AU$ 88
      • LAE 17:55
        1h 10m
        Direct
        POM 19:05
        Lae - Port Moresby | Tue, May 5 | PNG Air
        AU$ 89
        37% off
        AU$ 141 AU$ 89
      • LAE 07:10
        1h 10m
        Direct
        POM 08:20
        Lae - Port Moresby | Wed, May 20 | PNG Air
        AU$ 89
        37% off
        AU$ 141 AU$ 89
      • LAE 17:55
        1h 10m
        Direct
        POM 19:05
        Lae - Port Moresby | Tue, May 12 | PNG Air
        AU$ 89
        37% off
        AU$ 141 AU$ 89
      • LAE 14:50
        55m
        Direct
        POM 15:45
        Lae - Port Moresby | Wed, May 6 | Air Niugini
        AU$ 112
        21% off
        AU$ 141 AU$ 112
      • LAE 07:10
        1h 10m
        Direct
        POM 08:20
        Lae - Port Moresby | Thu, Apr 23 | PNG Air
        AU$ 131
        7% off
        AU$ 141 AU$ 131
      • LAE 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        POM Invalid Date
        Lae - Port Moresby | Tue, Apr 21 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from Lae to Port Moresby are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Lae to Port Moresby Flight Details

The distance between Lae and Port Moresby is approximately 324.12km. It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on average to fly from Lae to Port Moresby. Based on Trip.com's data travel demand peaks in July. The off-season for travel is October.

Cheapest one-way flight priceAU$ 80
Cheapest return ticket priceAU$ 161
Off-season for travelOctober
Peak season for travelJuly
Flight distance324.12km
Average flight time1 hour 20 minutes
Popular airlineAir Niugini
Flight statistics for the Lae–Port Moresby route are based on aggregated booking data from Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Trip.com Price Insights on Flights from Lae to Port Moresby

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Lae to Port Moresby?

Average price of one-way flights from Lae to Port Moresby purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

According to Trip.com's data, the cheapest month for flights from Lae to Port Moresby is February, with an average price of AU$ 135. Conversely, the most expensive month is typically September, with an average price of up to AU$ 185.

AU$ 185
AU$ 160
AU$ 135
AU$ 110
    Cheapest
  • AU$ 171
    Apr
  • AU$ 169
    May
  • AU$ 148
    Jun
  • AU$ 150
    Jul
  • AU$ 153
    Aug
  • AU$ 185
    Sep
  • AU$ 153
    Oct
  • AU$ 174
    Nov
  • AU$ 166
    Dec
  • AU$ 150
    Jan
  • AU$ 135
    Feb
  • AU$ 139
    Mar

What's the cheapest day to fly from Lae to Port Moresby?

Data is based on the average flight price for each day of the week from Lae to Port Moresby on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to fly from Lae to Port Moresby is Sunday, with average prices lower than on other days. Avoid Monday, as prices are usually highest then.

AU$ 164
AU$ 156
AU$ 147
AU$ 139
    Cheapest
  • AU$ 164
    Mon
  • AU$ 149
    Tue
  • AU$ 155
    Wed
  • AU$ 152
    Thu
  • AU$ 160
    Fri
  • AU$ 152
    Sat
  • AU$ 147
    Sun

When is the cheapest day to fly from Lae to Port Moresby during ANZAC Day Holiday?

Data is based on the lowest one-way fares from Lae to Port Moresby during ANZAC Day Holiday, sourced from the Trip.com database over the last 3 days.

ANZAC Day Holiday runs from Apr 25 to Apr 27. The cheapest flights from Lae to Port Moresby are available on Apr 28, with fares starting at AU$ 91.

AU$ 135
AU$ 113
AU$ 91
AU$ 69
    Cheapest
  • AU$ 97
    22
    Apr
  • AU$ 135
    23
  • AU$ 122
    24
  • AU$ 122
    25
  • AU$ 97
    26
  • AU$ 97
    27
  • AU$ 91
    28

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Lae (LAE) to Port Moresby (POM)?

    Based on Trip.com data, PNG Air offers one-way fares as low as AU$ 80 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. LAE to POM on Sat, May 16), while PNG Air offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from AU$ 161 departing on Mon, May 18 and returning on Mon, May 25.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Lae to Port Moresby with the following airlines, including: Air Niugini PNG Air Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 1 hour 20 minutes to fly from Lae (LAE) to Port Moresby (POM).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Lae to Port Moresby is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 14 flight per week flying from Lae to Port Moresby. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Air Niugini: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- PX103 (11:19) Air Niugini: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- PX101 (07:36) PNG Air: S/M/T/W/-/F/S -- CG8501 (06:47)
  • To find best deals on flights from Lae to Port Moresby, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, May 16, with one-way flights priced at just AU$ 80.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is PNG Air.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Port Moresby travel is around July.
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  • The cheapest months to fly from Lae to Port Moresby is October, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our April flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Lae to Port Moresby on April 22, 2026 with PNG Air, with prices starting at AU$ 88.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Port Moresby, with Nadzab Tomodachi International Airport to Jacksons International Airport (LAE-POM) is by far the most common option on this route: Jacksons International Airport (POM).
  • The time difference between Port Moresby and Lae is 0h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

Flight from Lae to Port Moresby

Port Moresby also referred to as Pom City or is the capital and largest city of Papua New Guinea. The town is situated at the shore of the Gulf of Papua. Port Moresby is a sprawling city and is spread out. The town has fantastic tourist attraction points. There are museums, beautiful lush green gardens, and delicious gourmet places for tourists. Port Moresby is the best place for nature’s lover as the place has an amazing national park, national museums spread around the area of Papua New Guinea around with flora and fauna of the city.

Tip: Port Moresby has pleasant weather all round the year. The temperature is nearly perfect for all kind of activity. May - September is the best time to visit the place.

Getting to Port Moresby

Port Moresby Airport is also known as the Jacksons International Airport. It is the busiest airport. Port Moresby Airport caters to thousands of passengers visiting every year. International flights fly directly into Port Moresby from various places. There are many cheap flights from Lae (LAE) to Port Moresby (POM). There are around two direct flights to Port Moresby (POM) and usually, the flight time to fly from Lae (LAE) to Port Moresby (POM) takes 1-2 hour. The PNG Air and Air Niugini Airlines provide frequent flights in this route. There are many flights scheduled in a week on this route.

Taking in the sight of the city

The Port Moresby is the delightful city of Papua New Guinea. The famous tourist destination is the PNG national park here in Ports Moresby. There are many national parks, and Varirata national park is known for a variety of birds here. This is the best place for bird’s paradise. There are National Museum and Art galleries in the city which exhibits tribal and ingenious culture. There are few sights of infotainment also like the volcanology observatory which depicts the whole process to tourist and visitors. To visit the nature’s paradise Muschu Island has a fantastic beach, swimming hole, forested relaxing picturesque view.

The best areas for accommodation

The city caters for thousands of tourists every year and has a wide variety of accommodation option according to the budget and preferences of the tourists. The tourist can choose to stay in their place of choice from the beautiful sea view resorts and luxury hotels to budgeted and eco-friendly huts on the Port Moresby islands. There are many budgeted hotels scattered all over the city which are accessible to nearby sightseeing, tourist destination and has amazing dining areas. Port Moresby Island has many eco-friendly huts on the beaches to enjoy nature to the fullest and have fun with family and friends.

Tip: The Port Moresby is famous for diving in Australia's Great Barrier Reef and witnesses the unusual underwater ecology.

Lae (LAE) to Port Moresby (POM) flights has fantastic offers and cheap flights. They are available at discounted prices when the flights are coupled with the hotel bookings. So get ready to witness the world-class architecture and nature’s paradise.

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Trip.com Airline Insights on Flights from Lae toPort Moresby

How many flights are there each day from Lae to Port Moresby?

The data is based on the flight numbers for each day of the week from Lae to Port Moresby within the Trip.com database over the past month.

Based on Trip.com data from the past month, the most flights from Lae to Port Moresby depart on Sunday, and the fewest flights depart on Monday.

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26
21
Highest
26
Mon
36
Tue
27
Wed
28
Thu
35
Fri
36
Sat
37
Sun

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