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Port Moresby Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Port Moresby Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit.  Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

“Beware of people offering taxi rides outside of the airport. You just might get robbed and mugged!” – (Mom)

POM Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Port Moresby Jackson International Airport.

What to Expect

Port Moresby Airport (code: POM) consists of two terminals (Domestic and International) linked by a covered walkway. There is a restaurant and some small shops in the recently renovated International Terminal, but there are limited amenities in the Domestic Terminal. Overall, the International Terminal is described as cleaner and more sanitary than the Domestic Terminal. One reviewer suggests only using the bathrooms in the International Terminal. WiFi is available to help pass the time. And if you don’t mind paying, comfort may be found through fee-based access to one of the first-class lounges.

Sleeping in Port Moresby Airport

port moresby airport guideWe do not have any recent sleep-related airport reviews. Still, one past review (2014) from a former resident advised against sleeping at the airport due to personal security and hygiene reasons. Have a backup plan if you’re planning to spend the night.   For uninterrupted sleep, there are hotels near the airport. See Airport Hotels below.

Good to Know

Be wary of scam artists and pickpockets, and keep a close watch on your bags at all times, even when going through security. Pre-organize your ground transportation.

Read some traveller reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Port Moresby Airport Guide.

In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.   

Airport Hours

The airport is open 24 hours.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

The airport has padded seating areas suitable for resting, though not officially designated as sleep zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Port Moresby Airport:

  • Gateway Hotel & Apartments – Located across the road from the airport. Free 24-hour airport shuttle is available. » Check Rates
  • Airways Hotel – Airport transfers are available upon request; airport pick-ups cost 100 PGK ($25 USD), and drop-offs are free. » Check Rates

For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels in Port Moresby, search for deals and read traveller reviews.

Airport Lounges

  • VIP Lounge – Location: International Terminal
  • First Class Lounge – Location: Domestic Terminal

Airline Lounges

If you are a First or Business-Class traveller, you may have access to the lounges listed below. For more information, check the airline’s website.

Air Niugini Paradise Lounge – Locations: Domestic Terminal, Airside • International Terminal, Airside. Lounge Access: The lounge is open to business class passengers and frequent flyers •Pay at the door, (rates are approximately 100-150 PGK (~$25-40 USD) as of 2025.

Drinking Water

Information is unavailable. Does the airport have water fountains or water bottle refill stations? Click here to update this guide.

Food & Drinks

The International Terminal has a cafe and small eateries; however, no 24-hour options are consistently available. The Domestic Terminal now has a basic snack bar.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

Luggage storage is available landside in the International Terminal. Rate: unknown. Hours: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM – 10:00 PM every day except Thursday when it closes at 11:00 PM.

Mobile Charging

At the time of this update, we had no information about mobile charging availability. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.

Showers

Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

WiFi/Internet

Free WiFi is available in both Domestic and International terminals but is said to be limited to specific areas, and the coverage is inconsistent. To gain access, you must present your boarding pass and photo ID or passport to the NAC Information Desk inside the departures lounge to get your username and password.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limit if you are travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans. Locations: unknown.

Banking Services – Banque Socredo Location: T1/Domestic, Landside Hours: 8:00 AM – 11:45 AM and 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM (Mon-Fri).

Business Center – Location: T1/Domestic, Landside Hours: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM (Mon-Fri), 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM (Sat) and 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM (Sun).

Currency Exchange – Yes, available.

Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping is available in the International Terminal.

Postal Services – Postal and telecommunication services are available at OPT. Location: T1/Domestic, Landside Hours: 6:30 AM – 11:00 AM/12:00 PM – 3:00 PM (Mon-Thurs) and 6:30 AM – 11:00 AM/12:00 PM – 2:00 PM (Fri).

SIM Cards – A reader says, “there is a b-mobile shop for buying SIM card”. (September 2023)

Airlines
Port Moresby Airport is served by the following airlines: Air Niugini • China Southern Airlines • Philippines Airlines • PNG Air • Qantas • TransNusa • Virgin Australia.
Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Hotel Shuttles

Several area hotels provide airport shuttle service: Gateway Hotel & Apartments   • Ela Beach Hotel and Grand Papua Hotel.

See also Airport Hotels above.

Taxis

Taxis are readily available for hire in the ground transportation area. Regulated fares to central Port Moresby are now approximately 50-70 PGK (~$12-18 USD) as of 2025, though negotiation is common.

Last updated: 2025-02-20

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning.  All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice.   The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or  write a review.