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Sydney.$758 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Sep, returning Sat, 27 Sep.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Port Moresby on Sun, 21 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Sydney on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Port Moresby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $758, select.
Sydney.$785 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Oct, returning Mon, 13 Oct.Return flight with Air Niugini and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departs from Port Moresby on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Port Moresby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $785, select.
Sydney.$794 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Oct, returning Mon, 6 Oct.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Port Moresby on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Sydney on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Port Moresby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $794, select.
Sydney.$817 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Aug, returning Fri, 22 Aug.Return flight with Air Niugini and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departs from Port Moresby on Sun, 17 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Sydney on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Port Moresby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $817, select.
Sydney.$829 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 May, returning Sat, 30 May.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Port Moresby on Sun, 24 May, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Sydney on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Port Moresby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $829, select.
Sydney.$832 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Aug, returning Tue, 11 Nov.Return flight with Air Niugini and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departs from Port Moresby on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Sydney on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Port Moresby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $832, select.
Sydney.$835 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Jan, returning Sat, 24 Jan.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Port Moresby on Sun, 18 Jan, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Sydney on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Port Moresby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $835, select.
Sydney.$837 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Aug, returning Mon, 10 Nov.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Port Moresby on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Air Niugini departs from Sydney on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Port Moresby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $837, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Port Moresby to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Port Moresby to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from $817
Sep
from $758
Oct
from $785
Nov
from $1,047
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Jan
from $835
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May
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Jul
from $1,759

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Port Moresby to Sydney: Alternative routes

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Port Moresby to Sydney: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$758
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time4 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineAir Niugini
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Port Moresby to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Port Moresby to Sydney is $758. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Port Moresby to Sydney.
Air Niugini flies direct from Port Moresby to Sydney.
As of August 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from Port Moresby to Sydney.
The cheapest month to fly from Port Moresby to Sydney is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Port Moresby Airport to Sydney Airport on Sunday, 21 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 15 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sydney but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air Niugini offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Flying from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Jacksons International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is 4 hours.

  • The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is one hour ahead of Port Moresby.

  • Every week, there are six Jacksons International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flights. If you want to jet off early, take the 06:20 Air Niugini flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 13:45 with Qantas.

  • Your POM to SYD flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Air Niugini offers direct flights from Jacksons International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Sydney — and maybe even more of Australia if your schedule allows.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Air Niugini.

  • The most punctual carrier operating POM to SYD flights is Air Niugini. Its services land as planned 75.0% of the time.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jacksons International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between POM and SYD:

    • Cairns Airport

    • Brisbane Airport

    • Changi International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • At the moment, $360 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Jacksons International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $758. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from POM to SYD, book your trip 11 months ahead of your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Jacksons International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Landing cheap flights from POM to SYD is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Jacksons International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

Handy information about Jacksons International Airport (POM)

  • 59.86% of flights that depart Jacksons International Airport reach their destination on time.

  • Central Port Moresby to Jacksons International Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to POM? If you're catching an early flight from Jacksons International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • If you're getting in on a late Jacksons International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near SYD:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and explore beyond Sydney's main sights.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

  • From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.

When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Jacksons International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is April, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Sydney based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Before locking in your flight from Jacksons International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • July has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from POM to SYD around that time if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Australia

  • Sydney has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a visit to Canberra will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.

  • If you're eager to discover another side of Australia, head for Newcastle, about 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are among the biggest draws.

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