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Lae: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Lae is the capital of Morobe Province and is the second-largest city in Papua New Guinea. It is located near the delta of the Markham River on the northern coast of Huon Gulf.

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Now in the cityLae+24°CShowers · sunrise 05:44 AMupdated 11:00 PM
EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.
Exchange ratePGK 4.53per 1 $PGK — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026
Lae in pictures23 photos
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Getting there and staying

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Visa and practicalities

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Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Essential travel only to partsEssential travel only, and only to part of the country.
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Updated information about interruptions to the supply of water and electricity (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

US State DepartmentLevel 3Think twice before you travel; weigh the reasons below.
  • kidnapping
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Reconsider travel to Papua New Guinea due to  crime, civil unrest , and  piracy. Exercise increased caution due to  kidnapping, unexploded ordnance, inconsistent availability of healthcare services, and potential for natural disasters .  Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Nadzab Tomodachi International Airport LAE34 km from the centre
Goroka Airport GKA191 km from the centre
Kerema Airport KMA193 km from the centre
Cities of Papua New Guinea
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