What is the cheapest way to get from Papua New Guinea to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Papua New Guinea to Cairns is to fly which costs $320 - $700 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Papua New Guinea to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Papua New Guinea to Cairns is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs $320 - $700.

How far is it from Papua New Guinea to Cairns?

The distance between Papua New Guinea and Cairns is 857 km.

How long does it take to get from Papua New Guinea to Cairns?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Papua New Guinea to Cairns, including transfers.

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Papua New Guinea to Cairns - 6 ways to travel via plane, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Papua New Guinea to Cairns by plane or taxi

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Fly from Jacksons International Airport
best
1. Fly from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to Cairns (CNS)plane POM - CNS
2h 54m
$325–688
Fly from Madang Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Madang Airport (MAG) to Cairns (CNS)plane MAG - CNS
6h 45m
$250–1,200
Fly from Mount Hagen Airport
1. Fly from Mount Hagen Airport (HGU) to Cairns (CNS)plane HGU - CNS
5h 22m
$287–1,232
Taxi to Lae Nadzab Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Lae to Lae Nadzab Airport (LAE)taxi
2. Fly from Lae Nadzab Airport (LAE) to Cairns (CNS)plane LAE - CNS
5h 30m
$331–1,208
Fly from Wewak Airport
1. Fly from Wewak Airport (WWK) to Cairns (CNS)plane WWK - CNS
7h 13m
$303–1,227
Fly from Popondetta Airport
1. Fly from Popondetta Airport (PNP) to Cairns (CNS)plane PNP - CNS
6h 2m
$339–1,240

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

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1h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 856.6 km
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Papua New Guinea and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Air Niugini flies from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to Cairns (CNS) once daily.

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