Rabaul (RAB) to Buka (BUA) flights
2 airlines fly nonstop from Rabaul (RAB) to Buka (BUA): Air Niugini and PNG Air. The two airports are 175 miles (281 km) apart. There are also 1 way to fly it with one stop, through Port Moresby.
Airlines flying nonstop from RAB to BUA
- PXAir NiuginiNot in an alliance
- CGPNG AirNot in an alliance
RAB to BUA with one stop
1 connection, most direct first. 2-stop routings and flight times are in Routes with Pro.
- Via Port Moresby (POM)PNG Air and Air Niugini the whole wayCGPXPXCG
RAB to BUA: common questions
Which airlines fly nonstop from RAB to BUA?
Air Niugini and PNG Air fly nonstop from Rabaul (RAB) to Buka (BUA).
How far is Rabaul from Buka by plane?
Rabaul (RAB) and Buka (BUA) are 175 miles (281 km) apart along the great circle, the shortest path a flight can take. Connections add distance on top.
How many miles does RAB to BUA cost?
It depends on the program: each prices the route from its own chart or dynamically. The Award Flight Pricer compares 30+ programs for RAB to BUA with taxes and fees.
Where can I connect between Rabaul and Buka?
The most direct connections are through Port Moresby (POM). On 1 of them the same airline flies both flights, for example PNG Air through Port Moresby.
More routes
Routes are scheduled nonstop flights. The route data is refreshed monthly; this list was last checked November 11, 2026. Seasonal routes and new launches can be missing or end early, so confirm with the airline before you book. Distances are great-circle, the shortest path between the two airports.