Columbus to Pimaga (CMH–PMP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Columbus to Pimaga
Flown by charter / private operators — no scheduled airline service.
8,755 mi 12h 8m nonstop +14h ahead

CMH–PMP has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
CMH → PMP
54%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
54%
Return
PMP → CMH
59%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
59%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. CMH delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+14h
Pimaga is 14 hours ahead of Columbus.
CMH: EDT · PMP: +10

When it's 6:00 PM in Columbus, it's 8:00 AM (next day) in Pimaga.
Distance & Flight Time
8,755 mi / 14,088 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 12h 8m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders can obtain a free visa on arrival at Jacksons International Airport (POM) in Port Moresby for stays up to 60 days. The visa on arrival is a single-entry tourist visa issued at the immigration counter. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry with at least 2 blank pages. A return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation are required. Bring a printed hotel booking or a letter of invitation if staying with contacts.

The 60-day stay can be extended at the Immigration and Citizenship Authority in Port Moresby. Papua New Guinea has over 800 languages, the most of any country on earth. The Kokoda Track, a 96km trail through the Owen Stanley Range, takes 4 to 12 days to trek and requires a licensed guide and permit (PGK 150, about $40). Trekking season runs April to November. The Sepik River region is famous for traditional art and spirit houses. Diving at Kimbe Bay, Milne Bay, and Rabaul explores coral reefs and WWII wrecks.

No direct flights connect the US to Papua New Guinea. Route through Manila (about 5 hours to POM on Philippine Airlines), Singapore (about 6 hours 30 minutes on Air Niugini), or Brisbane (about 3 hours 30 minutes on Air Niugini). Total travel time from the US West Coast runs 18 to 24 hours. Papua New Guinea uses the Papua New Guinean kina (PGK), trading at roughly 3.88 PGK per $1. ATMs in Port Moresby and major towns dispense kina. Card payments work at hotels and some restaurants in Port Moresby and Lae. Cash is essential outside the two main cities. Domestic flights on Air Niugini and PNG Air connect 20+ airstrips across the country: Port Moresby to Mount Hagen costs PGK 500 to PGK 1,200 ($130 to $310) one way. Public motor vehicles (PMVs) are the local bus system at PGK 1 to PGK 5 per ride in towns.

CMH–PMP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Columbus to Pimaga route.
Route details
Distance8,755 mi / 14,088 km
Flight time12h 8m
Time difference+14 hours
Airlines (nonstop)Charter / private
Origin: CMH
IATA / ICAOCMH / KCMH
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr8.8M
Elevation815 ft / 248 m
Destination: PMP
IATA / ICAOPMP / AYPJ
TimezonePacific/Port_Moresby
Elevation2,745 ft / 837 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CMH to PMP flights.
Nonstop flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Pimaga Airport take about 12h 8m gate to gate. The route covers 8,755 miles.
Pimaga is 14 hours ahead of Columbus.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CMH to PMP

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Pimaga Airport (PMP) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

CMH to PMP Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CMH to PMP is about 12 hours 8 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 8,755 miles (14,088 km).