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

The cheapest way to get from Port Moresby to Townsville is to fly and train which costs $360 - $2,000 and takes 10h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Port Moresby to Townsville is to fly which takes 5h 34m and costs $320 - $1,300.

How far is it from Port Moresby to Townsville?

The distance between Port Moresby and Townsville is 1102 km.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Port Moresby to Townsville, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Townsville?

There are 611+ hotels available in Townsville.

Port Moresby to Townsville - 2 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 2 ways to get from Port Moresby to Townsville by plane or train

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Fly to Townsville Airport
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1. Fly from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane POM - TSV
5h 34m
$324–1,288
Fly to Cairns, train
1. Fly from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to Cairns (CNS)plane POM - CNS
2. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Townsvilletrain
10h 5m
$369–1,988

Jacksons International Airport (POM) to Townsville Airport (TSV) flights

12Weekly Planes

7h 29mAverage Duration

$251Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,102.2 km
Duration: 5h 34m

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

Qantas, Air Niugini, and Virgin Australia fly from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to Townsville Airport (TSV) twice daily.

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