Direct (nonstop) flights from Port Moresby to Mount Hagen

2 airlines fly nonstop from Port Moresby Jacksons International (POM) to Mount Hagen (HGU). It's 319 miles (513 km), about 1h 23m in the air. Operated by PNG Air, Air Niugini.

POM
Port Moresby Jacksons International
🇵🇬 Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
HGU
Mount Hagen
🇵🇬 Mount Hagen, Papua New Guinea
Flight Time
1h 23m
Distance
319 mi
513 km
CO₂/pax
59 kg
−83 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
PNG Air +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by PNG Air PNG Air Air Niugini Air Niugini

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

PNG Air CG PNG Air
Route
POM → HGU
Flight Time
1h 23m
Distance
319 mi
Air Niugini PX Air Niugini
Route
POM → HGU
Flight Time
1h 23m
Distance
319 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Port Moresby to Mount Hagen with one stop · direct emits 59 kg CO₂ per passenger

POM WWK (Wewak) HGU
Leg 1: 1h 20m (470 mi) Leg 2: 1h (160 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 142 kg CO₂ (+141% vs. direct)
Leg 1
POM → WWK
1h 20m · 470 mi
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Leg 2
WWK → HGU
1h · 160 mi
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POM MDU (Mendi) HGU
Leg 1: 1h 40m (332 mi) Leg 2: 45m (50 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 96 kg CO₂ (+63% vs. direct)
Leg 1
POM → MDU
1h 40m · 332 mi
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Leg 2
MDU → HGU
45m · 50 mi
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POM TBG (Tabubil) HGU
Leg 1: 2h 5m (500 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (214 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 158 kg CO₂ (+168% vs. direct)
Leg 1
POM → TBG
2h 5m · 500 mi
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Leg 2
TBG → HGU
1h 10m · 214 mi
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POM UNG (Kiunga) HGU
Leg 1: 2h 10m (465 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (208 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 150 kg CO₂ (+154% vs. direct)
Leg 1
POM → UNG
2h 10m · 465 mi
View POM to UNG flights →
Leg 2
UNG → HGU
1h 10m · 208 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Port Moresby to Mount Hagen?

A nonstop flight from Port Moresby (POM) to Mount Hagen (HGU) takes approximately 1 hours and 23 minutes. The distance is 319 miles (513 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Port Moresby to Mount Hagen?

2 airlines: PNG Air, Air Niugini.

Is there a nonstop flight from Port Moresby to Mount Hagen?

Yes. 2 airlines: PNG Air, Air Niugini.

How far is Port Moresby from Mount Hagen?

The flight distance from Port Moresby to Mount Hagen is 319 miles (513 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Port Moresby to Mount Hagen?

At 1h 23m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Port Moresby to Mount Hagen?

Roughly 59 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 295 km.

Is the return flight from Mount Hagen to Port Moresby also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Port Moresby to Mount Hagen?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Port Moresby Jacksons International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.