Port Moresby - The Capital of Papua New Guinea

Population
383,000
Language
English
Continent
Oceania
Since
1975
Eco Ranking
144/195

Source: Environmental Performance Index 2024.

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Flight time from Port Moresby to other capitals

CityDistance (km)Flight Time
Canberra29003h 25m
Singapore49005h 46m
Tokyo51006h 0m
Abu Dhabi1070012h 35m
Cape Town1280015h 4m
Rome1430016h 49m
Buenos Aires1440016h 56m
London1450017h 4m
Paris1450017h 4m
Washington, D.C.1450017h 4m

Capitals with similar population to Port Moresby

CityPopulation
Windhoek431,000
Tirana418,495
Dodoma410,956
Sarajevo395,133
Port Moresby383,000
Yamoussoukro355,573
San José342,188

Capitals with similar eco ranking to Port Moresby

CityEco Rank
Banjul143
Accra144
Nairobi144
Maseru144
Port Moresby144
Conakry145
Port-au-Prince146

Source: Environmental Performance Index 2024.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What makes Port Moresby special?

    The city is a cultural hub with a rich mix of traditions and languages.

  • Which attractions are there?

    The National Museum and the Botanical Gardens are highlights.

  • What is the climate like in Port Moresby?

    Port Moresby has a tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.

  • Which languages are spoken?

    Over 800 languages are spoken in Papua New Guinea, with Tok Pisin serving as the lingua franca.

  • Is Port Moresby safe for tourists?

    With the right precautions, a visit to Port Moresby is manageable.

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Port Moresby, capital of Papua New Guinea

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