Travelling from London to Tontouta Airport (NOU): What you need to know
Noumea is 11 hours ahead of London. Tontouta Airport is located in Noumea, which follows the UTC+11 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to NOU. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
With more travellers during high season, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The journey from central London to LHR takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from London to Tontouta Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
68.18% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport land at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can get to LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to NOU flight:
69.26% of flights leaving London Gatwick Airport arrive according to schedule.
Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey time to STN from the centre of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your London to Tontouta Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. To put it simply, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Tontouta Airport (NOU)
Stay moments from the tarmac after your flight from London to Tontouta Airport. B&B Tontoutailes is one option close to NOU. Or check in and relax at Karenga Appartel Tontouta before heading to your final destination.
Grab a Tontouta Airport rental car and discover Noumea and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Hertz and Point Rouge are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your London to Tontouta Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Tontouta Airport (NOU)
At the moment, $1,704 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Tontouta Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $3,145. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to NOU if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Cheap London to Tontouta Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Tontouta Airport (NOU)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from London to Tontouta Airport (NOU). August is when most people visit Noumea. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in April.
Book a London to NOU flight ticket departing in February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Noumea to range from 21ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from London to Tontouta Airport in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC and 22ºC.
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. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from London to Tontouta Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Anse Vata Beach, Plage de la Baie des Citrons and Anse Vata Bay are attractions you won't want to skip in Noumea.