Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Noumea: what you need to know
To avoid rushing for your LHR to Noumea flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
LHR is about 26 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Looking for a hotel close to LHR? If you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Noumea, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Noumea
727 € is currently the best price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Noumea flight. Return plane tickets start from 1.271 €. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from LHR to Noumea if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Noumea across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Noumea
Noumea Magenta Airport (GEA)
Noumea Magenta Airport (GEA) to central Noumea takes around 10 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.
Book a hotel near GEA if you have a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Noumea. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Explore without limits with a Noumea Magenta Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Point Rouge, Sixt or Europcar and discover more of Noumea and beyond.
Reserve your ride from Noumea Magenta Airport a few weeks ahead of your flight from LHR to Noumea. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, book even earlier to get the lowest price.
Tontouta Airport (NOU)
Tontouta Airport (NOU) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Noumea. Once you've disembarked your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Noumea, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
After getting off your LHR to Noumea flight, make yourself at home at a hotel near NOU. Consider checking in to B&B Tontoutailes. Karenga Appartel Tontouta is another option where you can rest up before exploring the city.
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Tontouta Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Hertz or Point Rouge and make a speedy getaway.
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from NOU three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Noumea
Before securing your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Noumea, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Noumea offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Lock in a London Heathrow Airport to Noumea plane ticket with a departure in February if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to Noumea in August when temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Noumea
Start your Noumea trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Noumea, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Skate Parc de Tina, MEMORIALS and Fontaine Céleste are highlights which should be on any well-planned Noumea itinerary.