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Air distance is about 304 km. FlyX does not currently sell a bus on this pair.
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| Fastest flight duration | 2h 25m · Air Niugini |
|---|---|
| First departure of the day | 07:05 · Air Niugini |
| Last departure of the day | 18:05 · Air Niugini |
| Options in this snapshot | 4 |
| Airport codes | Lae–LAE, Popondetta–PNP |
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Around 4 flights appear in the dated route snapshot. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 07:05 and the last around 18:05. The fastest flight takes about 2h 25m.
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from PNG 166, Afternoon from PNG 218, Evening from PNG 218. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for Lae to Popondetta, Saturday shows the lowest fare at PNG 166. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
The direct air distance between Lae (LAE) and Popondetta (PNP) is about 304 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Not for the dates currently loaded - every Lae to Popondetta option showing right now has at least one stop. Non-stop service can differ by season and by day, so it is worth checking nearby dates before you decide.
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Every option currently loaded has at least one stop, and the shortest total journey time is about 2h 25m including the layover. Non-stop service on this route can vary by season and by day.
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares showing right now include 16 KG. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
The lowest fare showing on Lae to Popondetta for the dates currently loaded is PNG 166. Fares on the same dates run up to PNG 218, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 07:05 and the last is around 18:05, local time at Lae. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 303.60 km.
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| Cheapest Fare | Fare | Date | Airline | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest Airfare Today | PNG 166 | 03/10/2026 | Air Niugini | 07:05 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days | PNG 163 | 13/10/2026 | Air Niugini | 07:05 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days | PNG 158 | 12/12/2026 | Air Niugini | 07:05 |
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The aerial distance between Lae and Popondetta is approximately 304 KM. The flight duration ranges from 2H :25 M up to 22H :55 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Around 4 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Lae at 07:05, while the last night flight leaves at 18:05. Flights depart from Nadzab and land at Girua.
| Flight Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Route | Lae to Popondetta |
| Aerial Distance | 304 KM |
| Flight Duration | 2H :25 M - 22H :55 M |
| Airport Codes | Lae - LAE, Popondetta - PNP |
| Total Flights Available | 4 flights (0 direct) |
| First Flight Departure | Departs at 07:05 |
| Last Flight Departure | Departs at 18:05 |
| Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM) | 1 direct/indirect flights |
| Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM) | 1 direct/indirect flights |
| Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM) | 1 direct/indirect flights |
| Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM) | 1 direct/indirect flights |
| Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM) | 0 direct/indirect flights |