What is the cheapest way to get from Cooktown to Port Moresby?

The cheapest way to get from Cooktown to Port Moresby is to bus and fly which costs $270 - $600 and takes 9h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cooktown to Port Moresby?

The fastest way to get from Cooktown to Port Moresby is to fly which takes 4h 18m and costs $310 - $1,300.

How far is it from Cooktown to Port Moresby?

The distance between Cooktown and Port Moresby is 1192 km.

How long does it take to get from Cooktown to Port Moresby?

It takes approximately 9h 30m to get from Cooktown to Port Moresby, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Port Moresby?

There are 31+ hotels available in Port Moresby.

Cooktown to Port Moresby - 2 ways to travel via bus, and plane

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There are 2 ways to get from Cooktown to Port Moresby by bus or plane

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Bus to Cairns, fly
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1. Take the bus from Cooktown to Cairnsbus
2. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Jacksons International Airport (POM)plane CNS - POM
9h 30m
$276–553
Fly from Cooktown Airport
1. Fly from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Jacksons International Airport (POM)plane CTN - POM
4h 18m
$318–1,210

Cairns (CNS) to Jacksons International Airport (POM) flights

10Weekly Planes

1h 30mAverage Duration

$173Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,192.5 km
Duration: 9h 30m

What companies run services between Cooktown, QLD, Australia and Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea?

Hinterland Aviation and Air Niugini fly from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Jacksons International Airport (POM) twice a week.

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