Air Niugini clears a licensing step for its Auckland return
The carrier plans to restart direct flights on 17 November after a 26-year gap.
Nove.news11 Nov 2026 · 1 min read
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Air Niugini received an International Airline Licence on 9 November for its return to Auckland. Direct services from Port Moresby are scheduled to restart on 17 November after 26 years.
Departures from Port Moresby are planned for Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, with return services the following mornings. Boeing 737-800 aircraft will operate initially, ahead of a planned transition to the Airbus A220-300.
The route offers a direct alternative to connecting through another regional hub. Passengers should check the dated timetable, entry requirements and onward connections when booking. The licence is a regulatory milestone ahead of the scheduled launch.
