How long is the flight from California to Papua New Guinea?

On average, it takes 18h 35m to fly from California to Papua New Guinea if you fly out of Los Angeles (the most popular airport in California) and into Port Moresby (the most popular airport in Papua New Guinea). If you’re flying out of San Francisco and into Port Moresby, then the flight time is around 22h 36m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Papua New Guinea?

Prices for flights from California to Papua New Guinea are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Papua New Guinea?

As of April 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Papua New Guinea.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Papua New Guinea?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Papua New Guinea.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Papua New Guinea?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Papua New Guinea can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Papua New Guinea. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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11:55 pm - 11:30 am

LAX

POM

18h 35m

1 stop

11:00 am - 1:05 pm

POM

LAX

19h 05m

1 stop

$1,187Fiji Airways

Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 20

10:10 am - 5:10 am

LAX

POM

50h 00m

2 stops

4:20 pm - 7:50 am

POM

LAX

32h 30m

2 stops

$1,315Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 20

7:54 pm - 11:30 am

SFO

POM

22h 36m

2 stops

11:00 am - 1:40 pm

POM

SFO

19h 40m

1 stop

$1,315Fiji Airways

Sat, Aug 22 - Sun, Sep 6

11:55 pm - 11:30 am

LAX

POM

18h 35m

1 stop

11:00 am - 9:12 pm

POM

LAX

27h 12m

2 stops

$1,321Fiji Airways

Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 20

12:30 am - 7:50 am

SFO

POM

38h 20m

1 stop

9:05 am - 9:10 pm

POM

SFO

29h 05m

1 stop

$1,569Philippine Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Sun, Sep 6

11:25 pm - 5:50 pm

SFO

POM

25h 25m

2 stops

11:00 am - 1:40 pm

POM

SFO

19h 40m

1 stop

$1,611Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 23 - Sun, Sep 6

10:10 pm - 12:20 pm

LAX

POM

21h 10m

1 stop

1:25 pm - 6:00 am

POM

LAX

33h 35m

2 stops

$1,720Qantas Airways

Wed, Aug 5 - Sat, Aug 15

10:10 pm - 12:20 pm

LAX

POM

21h 10m

1 stop

1:25 pm - 6:00 am

POM

LAX

33h 35m

2 stops

$1,721Qantas Airways

Wed, Aug 5 - Sat, Aug 15

12:30 am - 7:50 am

SFO

POM

38h 20m

1 stop

9:05 am - 9:10 pm

POM

SFO

29h 05m

1 stop

$1,794Philippine Airlines

Tue, May 12 - Sun, May 17

12:35 am - 10:30 am

SFO

POM

40h 55m

1 stop

12:30 pm - 8:40 pm

POM

SFO

25h 10m

1 stop

$1,910China Southern

Sat, Aug 22 - Sat, Sep 5

Qantas Airways flights from California to Papua New Guinea

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Qantas Airways

Aug 5

LAX10:10 pmLos Angeles

21h 10m

1 stop

POM12:20 pmPort Moresby Jackson Fld

Aug 15

POM1:25 pmPort Moresby Jackson Fld

33h 35m

2 stops

LAX6:00 amLos Angeles

$1,720

Qantas Airways

Aug 5

LAX10:10 pmLos Angeles

21h 10m

1 stop

POM12:20 pmPort Moresby Jackson Fld

Aug 15

POM1:25 pmPort Moresby Jackson Fld

33h 35m

2 stops

LAX6:00 amLos Angeles

$1,721

Qantas Airways

Aug 5

LAX10:10 pmLos Angeles

21h 10m

1 stop

POM12:20 pmPort Moresby Jackson Fld

Aug 15

POM1:25 pmPort Moresby Jackson Fld

33h 35m

2 stops

LAX6:00 amLos Angeles

$1,756

Philippine Airlines flights from California to Papua New Guinea

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Philippine Airlines

Aug 22

SFO12:30 amSan Francisco

38h 20m

1 stop

POM7:50 amPort Moresby Jackson Fld

Sep 6

POM9:05 amPort Moresby Jackson Fld

29h 05m

1 stop

SFO9:10 pmSan Francisco

$1,569

Philippine Airlines

May 12

SFO12:30 amSan Francisco

38h 20m

1 stop

POM7:50 amPort Moresby Jackson Fld

May 17

POM9:05 amPort Moresby Jackson Fld

29h 05m

1 stop

SFO9:10 pmSan Francisco

$1,794

Philippine Airlines

May 15

LAX12:25 pmLos Angeles

26h 25m

1 stop

POM7:50 amPort Moresby Jackson Fld

May 22

POM9:05 amPort Moresby Jackson Fld

28h 35m

1 stop

LAX8:40 pmLos Angeles

$1,829

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Los AngelesPort Moresby

LAX - POM

LAXPOM

Los Angeles

Sat 9/12

11:55 pm-11:30 am

1 stop18h 35m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sun 9/20

11:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$1,187

Los AngelesPort Moresby

LAX - POM

LAXPOM

Los Angeles

Sat 9/12

10:10 am-5:10 am

2 stops50h 00m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sun 9/20

4:20 pm-7:50 am

2 stops32h 30m

$1,315

San FranciscoPort Moresby

SFO - POM

SFOPOM

San Francisco

Sat 8/22

7:54 pm-11:30 am

2 stops22h 36m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sun 9/6

11:00 am-1:40 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$1,315

Los AngelesPort Moresby

LAX - POM

LAXPOM

Los Angeles

Sat 9/12

11:55 pm-11:30 am

1 stop18h 35m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sun 9/20

11:00 am-9:12 pm

2 stops27h 12m

$1,321

San FranciscoPort Moresby

SFO - POM

SFOPOM

San Francisco

Sat 8/22

12:30 am-7:50 am

1 stop38h 20m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sun 9/6

9:05 am-9:10 pm

1 stop29h 05m

$1,569

San FranciscoPort Moresby

SFO - POM

SFOPOM

San Francisco

Sun 8/23

11:25 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sun 9/6

11:00 am-1:40 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$1,611

Los AngelesPort Moresby

LAX - POM

LAXPOM

Los Angeles

Wed 8/5

10:10 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sat 8/15

1:25 pm-6:00 am

2 stops33h 35m

$1,720

Los AngelesPort Moresby

LAX - POM

LAXPOM

Los Angeles

Wed 8/5

10:10 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sat 8/15

1:25 pm-6:00 am

2 stops33h 35m

$1,721

San FranciscoPort Moresby

SFO - POM

SFOPOM

San Francisco

Tue 5/12

12:30 am-7:50 am

1 stop38h 20m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sun 5/17

9:05 am-9:10 pm

1 stop29h 05m

$1,794

San FranciscoPort Moresby

SFO - POM

SFOPOM

San Francisco

Sat 8/22

12:35 am-10:30 am

1 stop40h 55m

Port Moresby Jackson Fld

Sat 9/5

12:30 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$1,910

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What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Papua New Guinea?

Fiji Airways and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from California to Papua New Guinea

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Fastest flight time	18h 35m
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The fastest flight from California to Papua New Guinea takes 18h 35m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Papua New Guinea

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Papua New Guinea?
Prices for flights from California to Papua New Guinea are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Papua New Guinea?
As of April 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Papua New Guinea.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Papua New Guinea?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Papua New Guinea.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Papua New Guinea?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Papua New Guinea can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Papua New Guinea. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from California to Papua New Guinea

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,063	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,016 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights
Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $1,130	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 979 reviews		Search Philippine Airlines flights

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