Flying from Tontouta Airport (NOU) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Tontouta Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is 3 hours 25 minutes.
Noumea and Sydney are in the same timezone, UTC+11.
Flights from NOU to SYD start at 08:30 — the first with Aircalin. The last service of the day is at 15:55 with Aircalin. Overall, you can take your pick of 121 weekly Tontouta Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flights.
Your NOU to SYD flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Qantas has direct flights from Tontouta Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Sydney — and maybe even more of Australia if you have time.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Qantas.
Among carriers operating NOU to SYD flights, Qantas leads the way for on-time arrivals.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Tontouta Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. These are the top stopovers between NOU and SYD:
Brisbane Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Auckland Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tontouta Airport (NOU) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
At the moment, $583 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tontouta Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $856. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book five months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from NOU to SYD.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Tontouta Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Tontouta Airport (NOU)
Of the flights that depart from Tontouta Airport, 58.18% arrive on time at their destination.
Tontouta Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Noumea. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Got an early flight from Tontouta Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport? Stay somewhere near NOU, such as Karenga Appartel Tontouta. B&B Tontout'ailes will also have you moments from the check-in counter.
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you have a late Tontouta Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near SYD:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and explore beyond Sydney's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Tontouta Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is April, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Sydney based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Tontouta Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 32ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from NOU to SYD sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Sydney, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Journey around 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to check off its must-visit sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another essential stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.