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How to get fromSan Diego to Papua New Guineaby plane or train

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There are 3 ways to get from San Diego to Papua New Guinea by plane or train

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  1. Fly San Diego International Airport to Jacksons International Airport

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    1. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Jacksons International Airport (POM)plane plane SAN - POM
    22h 41m
    $957–2,575

  2. Fly San Diego International Airport to Popondetta Airport

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    1. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Popondetta Airport (PNP)plane plane SAN - PNP
    24h 32m
    $777–2,028

  3. Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Jacksons International Airport

    1. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain train
    2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Jacksons International Airport (POM)plane plane LAX - POM
    24h 40m
    $797–2,561

San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Jacksons International Airport (POM) flights

Calendar6Weekly Planes
Duration25hAverage Duration
Ticket$834Cheapest Price
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Map of how to get from San Diego to Papua New Guinea.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 11,103.1 km
  • Duration: 22h 41m

What companies run services between San Diego, CA, USA and Papua New Guinea?

Japan Airlines, Air Niugini, and five other airlines fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Jacksons International Airport (POM) 6 times a week.

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