Direct (nonstop) flights from Rabaul to Port Moresby

2 airlines fly nonstop from Tokua Airport (RAB) to Port Moresby Jacksons International (POM). It's 498 miles (802 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by PNG Air, Air Niugini.

RAB
Tokua Airport
🇵🇬 Rabaul, Papua New Guinea
POM
Port Moresby Jacksons International
🇵🇬 Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
498 mi
802 km
CO₂/pax
92 kg
−61 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 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

PNG Air CG PNG Air
Route
RAB → POM
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
498 mi
Air Niugini PX Air Niugini
Route
RAB → POM
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
498 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Rabaul to Port Moresby with one stop · direct emits 92 kg CO₂ per passenger

RAB KVG (Kavieng) POM
Leg 1: 35m (162 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (532 mi) Total: ~2h 5m 🍃 153 kg CO₂ (+66% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAB → KVG
35m · 162 mi
View RAB to KVG flights →
Leg 2
KVG → POM
1h 30m · 532 mi
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RAB BUA (Buka) POM
Leg 1: 50m (175 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (581 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 165 kg CO₂ (+79% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAB → BUA
50m · 175 mi
View RAB to BUA flights →
Leg 2
BUA → POM
1h 30m · 581 mi
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RAB HKN (Hoskins) POM
Leg 1: 1h (156 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (350 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 119 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAB → HKN
1h · 156 mi
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Leg 2
HKN → POM
1h 30m · 350 mi
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RAB LAE (Lae) POM
Leg 1: 1h 50m (418 mi) Leg 2: 55m (200 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 139 kg CO₂ (+51% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAB → LAE
1h 50m · 418 mi
View RAB to LAE flights →
Leg 2
LAE → POM
55m · 200 mi
View LAE to POM flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Rabaul to Port Moresby?

A nonstop flight from Rabaul (RAB) to Port Moresby (POM) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 498 miles (802 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Rabaul to Port Moresby?

2 airlines: PNG Air, Air Niugini.

Is there a nonstop flight from Rabaul to Port Moresby?

Yes. 2 airlines: PNG Air, Air Niugini.

How far is Rabaul from Port Moresby?

The flight distance from Rabaul to Port Moresby is 498 miles (802 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 Rabaul to Port Moresby?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 92 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 460 km.

Is the return flight from Port Moresby to Rabaul 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 Rabaul to Port Moresby?

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 Tokua Airport for this flight?

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