Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Jacksons International Airport (POM): what you need to know
Port Moresby's timezone is UTC+10, making Port Moresby 17 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your LAX to POM flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Jacksons International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between LAX and POM:
Brisbane Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Jacksons International Airport (POM)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Jacksons International Airport flight is ₹ 60,581. A round-trip fare right now is ₹ 152,322. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from LAX to POM. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Jacksons International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LAX to POM by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Jacksons International Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX's address is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To get to Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 55 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near LAX? If you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Jacksons International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Jacksons International Airport (POM)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Jacksons International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near POM instead:
Getting from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to central Port Moresby
Jacksons International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Port Moresby. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Jacksons International Airport (POM)
June is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Jacksons International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Port Moresby in February.
Book your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Jacksons International Airport for December if you want to visit Port Moresby during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 31ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to POM in August. Temperatures average between 20ºC and 29ºC then.
Explore more of Papua New Guinea
Port Moresby has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Papua New Guinea waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres north of Port Moresby, a trip to Lae will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Lae War Cemetery, Lae Botanic Gardens and Amelia Earhart Memorial Lae PNG.
Another essential stop in Papua New Guinea, Popondetta is around 145 kilometres north-east of Port Moresby. Make time to visit highlights including Doreen Park.
