Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Noumea: what you need to know
The most popular route is from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tontouta Airport (NOU). Take your pick of 4 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MEL to NOU is the 13:55 Aircalin option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 14:55 with Aircalin.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from MEL to Noumea.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can book a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Noumea that arrives at Tontouta Airport (NOU).
Book your ticket with Aircalin. This leading carrier offers direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Noumea.
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 28 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 42 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MEL? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Noumea, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Noumea
RM1,424 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Noumea. A return flight starts from RM2,258. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Lock in cheap tickets from MEL to Noumea by booking 1 month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
September is the cheapest month for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Noumea. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Noumea
Noumea Magenta Airport (GEA)
Noumea Magenta Airport (GEA) is around 5 kilometres from central Noumea. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 11 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Noumea. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GEA instead:
Tontouta Airport (NOU)
Tontouta Airport (NOU) is around 48 kilometres from central Noumea. Following your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Noumea, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Walk out of arrivals and head for a hotel close to NOU. Relax soon after your flight from MEL to Noumea at B&B Tontout'ailes. Or put up the 'Do not disturb' sign and catch up on some sleep at Karenga Appartel Tontouta.
Best time to go to Noumea
May is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Noumea while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Noumea, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before booking a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Noumea, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Noumea, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 28ºC.
August sees average temperatures of between 15ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap flights from MEL to Noumea around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
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. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Noumea:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Nakamal 21, Chateau Hagen and Mwa Kâ are top sights which should be on any good Noumea itinerary.
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