Flying from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Noumea: what you need to know
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from CNS to Noumea.
Traveling over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Traveling from central Cairns to CNS takes approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometers in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel near CNS? If you've booked an early flight from Cairns Airport to Noumea, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Noumea
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Cairns Airport to Noumea is $348. The cheapest price for a return flight is $606. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from CNS to Noumea. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap tickets from Cairns Airport to Noumea is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to show the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Airports in Noumea
Noumea Magenta Airport (GEA)
Noumea Magenta Airport (GEA) is around 5 kilometers from the center of Noumea. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 11 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Cairns Airport to Noumea, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near GEA:
Tontouta Airport (NOU)
The center of Noumea is approximately 48 kilometers from Tontouta Airport (NOU). Once your flight from Cairns Airport to Noumea has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
Exit the arrivals area and head for a hotel close to NOU. Relax after your flight from CNS to Noumea at B&B Tontout'ailes. Or put up the 'Do not disturb' sign and get some sleep at Karenga Appartel Tontouta.
Best time to go to Noumea
May is the most popular month for flights from Cairns Airport to Noumea. To avoid the crowds, visit Noumea in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Noumea is February, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Cairns Airport to Noumea in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from CNS to Noumea in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC and 22ºC on average.
More about Noumea
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Noumea right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Cairns Airport to Noumea:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Nakamal 21, Chateau Hagen and Mwa Kâ are must-visits when exploring Noumea.
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