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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
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Noumea travel guide

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You're Going to Love Noumea

With 93,060 inhabitants, Noumea is the most populous city in New Caledonia. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Noumea has to offer.

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When to visit Noumea

Noumea in March
Estimated hotel price
$62
1 night at 3-star hotel
Noumea in March
Estimated hotel price
$62
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Noumea

Plane

Noumea is served by 2 airports: Noumea Magenta (GEA) and Noumea Tontouta (NOU). The closest to downtown Noumea is Noumea Magenta, which is located 3 km from the city center. Further away is Noumea Tontouta, 38 km from the center of Noumea.

Plane

Noumea is served by 2 airports: Noumea Magenta (GEA) and Noumea Tontouta (NOU). The closest to downtown Noumea is Noumea Magenta, which is located 3 km from the city center. Further away is Noumea Tontouta, 38 km from the center of Noumea.

Airports near Noumea

GEANoumea Magenta
NOUNoumea Tontouta
ILPIle Des Pins

Airlines serving Noumea

Air France
Good (1,572 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,497 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,019 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (627 reviews)
Air Tahiti Nui
Excellent (76 reviews)
Aircalin
Excellent (12 reviews)
Air Caledonie

Where to stay in popular areas of Noumea

Most booked hotels in Noumea

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Hotel Beaurivage
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 2106 reviews)
$110+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Noumea Ilot Maitre Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2020 reviews)
$181+
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Chateau Royal Beach Resort & Spa, Noumea
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1404 reviews)
$202+
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Hilton Noumea La Promenade Residences
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1333 reviews)
$133+
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Casa Del Sole Apartments
0 stars
Good (7.7, 1459 reviews)
$117+
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Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Noumea
3 stars
Good (7.7, 879 reviews)
$117+
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Renting a car in Noumea

Renting a car in Noumea costs $61 per day, on average, or $244 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

The most frequently booked car type in Noumea is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Citroen C1 or similar) are, on average, 35% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Noumea costs $61 per day, on average, or $244 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

The most frequently booked car type in Noumea is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Citroen C1 or similar) are, on average, 35% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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