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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney to Noumea? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Noumea

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Noumea flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Sydney to Noumea

Alternative Sydney to Noumea routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Sydney to Noumea? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Sydney to Noumea: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found323 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week12

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Noumea: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Noumea: Noumea Magenta and Noumea Tontouta.
The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Noumea is 323 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Noumea.
Qantas and Aircalin fly direct from Sydney to Noumea.
As of May 2025, there are 24 flights per week flying from Sydney to Noumea.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Noumea is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Sydney Airport, the cheapest airport near Noumea is Noumea Tontouta – which is 36.9 km away from the centre of Noumea. We've found flights into this airport from 323 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Noumea on Wednesday, 28 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Noumea but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Noumea is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. February is typically the warmest month in Noumea, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in October. The coldest month is August, with temperatures averaging 19°C. The rainiest month is March.
Currently, Aircalin offers the cheapest flight tickets to Noumea.

Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Noumea: what you need to know

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Tontouta Airport (NOU) is the most popular route, with six flights a week to choose from. You can fly from SYD to NOU at 07:00 with Qantas.

  • For a relaxed start to your SYD to Noumea flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Direct Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Noumea tickets are available for booking. Tontouta Airport (NOU) will be where your journey ends.

  • Qantas is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Noumea.

  • Located around 8 kilometres from central Sydney, SYD can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Noumea? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near SYD:

  • 69.62% of flights that take off from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport make it to their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Noumea

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Noumea flight is 236 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 323 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SYD to Noumea.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Noumea tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from SYD to Noumea.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Noumea with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Noumea

Noumea Magenta Airport (GEA)

  • Noumea Magenta Airport (GEA) is around 5 kilometres from central Noumea. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 10 minutes.

  • Think about booking a hotel near GEA if you're coming in on a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Noumea. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Noumea Magenta Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Point Rouge, Sixt or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Noumea and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your ride from Noumea Magenta Airport a few weeks ahead of your flight from SYD to Noumea. Rates generally rise closer to your day of departure.

Tontouta Airport (NOU)

  • Once your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Noumea has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Noumea is roughly 48 kilometres from Tontouta Airport (NOU).

  • Settle in and wind down at a hotel shortly after your SYD to Noumea flight. B&B Tontoutailes and Karenga Appartel Tontouta are within easy reach of NOU.

  • Forget about public transport timetables or long cab queues. Pick up a Tontouta Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, Hertz and Point Rouge.

  • Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at NOU can help you lock in a better rate.

Best time to go to Noumea

  • Before locking in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Noumea, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Noumea offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.

  • Book a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Noumea plane ticket with a departure in February to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to Noumea in August when temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).

More about Noumea

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Noumea right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Noumea:

  • Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Skate Parc de Tina, MEMORIALS and Fontaine Céleste are must-do's during your Noumea adventure.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.