Capital city in National Capital District, Papua New Guinea
Getting around Port Moresby
How to get around Port Moresby
Public minibuses (PMVs) are cheap but unsafe for visitors. Use hotel cars, company drivers or pre-booked taxis from a trusted firm.
Ways to get around Port Moresby
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel or company car | Varies | The safest option; ask your hotel to arrange it |
| Pre-booked taxi | About 25–60 PGK for short trips | Use only a firm your hotel recommends |
| PMV minibus | About 2–4 PGK | Cheap but risky for visitors |
Taxis in Port Moresby
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No ride apps. Use hotel-arranged drivers or a vetted taxi firm; never hail a cab on the street.
Arriving in Port Moresby
Jacksons International (POM)
About 8 km from town: arrange a hotel pickup in advance; taxis from the airport are not advised.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Not rented to visitors and unsafe to ride.
- Driving: on the left. Foreign licences are valid for the first 6 months; most visitors use drivers from hotels or tour operators instead.
- Onward travel in Papua New Guinea: No roads link Port Moresby to most of the country, so fly Air Niugini or PNG Air. Avoid PMV minibuses and taxis; use hotel or tour transport.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Port Moresby?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No ride apps. Use hotel-arranged drivers or a vetted taxi firm; never hail a cab on the street.
What's the best way to get around Port Moresby?
Public minibuses (PMVs) are cheap but unsafe for visitors. Use hotel cars, company drivers or pre-booked taxis from a trusted firm.
How do I get from the airport to Port Moresby?
About 8 km from town: arrange a hotel pickup in advance; taxis from the airport are not advised.
Is Port Moresby walkable?
You'll need transport.
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Sources
- Air Niugini
- PNG Air
- PNG Tourism Promotion Authority
- Papua New Guinea Tourism Promotion Authority
- Air Niugini
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