What is the cheapest way to get from Australia to Lae?

The cheapest way to get from Australia to Lae is to fly and taxi which costs $310 - $750 and takes 8h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Australia to Lae?

The fastest way to get from Australia to Lae is to fly and taxi which takes 8h 36m and costs $310 - $750.

How far is it from Australia to Lae?

The distance between Australia and Lae is 2467 km.

How long does it take to get from Australia to Lae?

It takes approximately 8h 36m to get from Australia to Lae, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Lae?

There are three+ hotels available in Lae.

Australia to Lae - 2 ways to travel via plane, and taxi

There are 2 ways to get from Australia to Lae by plane or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Brisbane Airport, taxi
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1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Lae Nadzab Airport (LAE)plane BNE - LAE
2. Take the taxi from Lae Nadzab Airport (LAE) to Laetaxi
8h 36m
$317–747
Fly from Sydney International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Lae Nadzab Airport (LAE)plane SYD - LAE
2. Take the taxi from Lae Nadzab Airport (LAE) to Laetaxi
9h 8m
$338–945

Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Lae Nadzab Airport (LAE) flights

13Weekly Planes

6h 5mAverage Duration

$242Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Australia to Lae.

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Distance: 2,467.1 km
Duration: 8h 36m

What companies run services between Australia and Lae, Papua New Guinea?

There is no direct connection from Australia to Lae. However, you can take the train to International Airport Station, walk to Brisbane-Airport-BNE airport, fly to Lae Nadzab Airport (LAE), then take the taxi to Lae. Alternatively, you can take the train to International Airport Station, walk to Sydney International Airport (SYD) airport, fly to Lae Nadzab Airport (LAE), then take the taxi to Lae.

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