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.
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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.