Travelling from Melbourne to Tontouta Airport (NOU): What you need to know
Noumea's timezone is UTC+11, which is the same as Melbourne. Tontouta Airport is located in Noumea.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to NOU. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Tontouta Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
67.71% of flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
Kick back before your Melbourne to NOU flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can roll out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Avalon Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 80.09% of flights leaving here arrive right on target.
About Tontouta Airport (NOU)
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've touched down on a late flight from Melbourne to Tontouta Airport. B&B Tontoutailes and Karenga Appartel Tontouta are great options near NOU.
Go where the road takes you with a Tontouta Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Hertz or Point Rouge and venture far and wide through Noumea and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Tontouta Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Tontouta Airport (NOU)
RM1,416 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Tontouta Airport. A return flight starts at RM2,233. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to NOU. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Melbourne to Tontouta Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Tontouta Airport (NOU)
Think about the kind of experience you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to go to Noumea. August is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Tontouta Airport (NOU), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
Lock in a Melbourne to NOU plane ticket departing in February if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Noumea to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
August has temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Tontouta Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Noumea
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Noumea right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Melbourne to Tontouta Airport:
Your trip to Noumea should come with a bit of sightseeing. Attractions that belong on your itinerary include Anse Vata Beach, Plage de la Baie des Citrons and Anse Vata Bay.