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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cairns Airport to Noumea? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from P35,125. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Noumea.P21,617 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Noumea Tontouta.Price includes taxes and charges.From P21,617, select.
Noumea.P22,002 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Jun.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Noumea Tontouta.Price includes taxes and charges.From P22,002, select.
Noumea.P22,497 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Noumea Tontouta.Price includes taxes and charges.From P22,497, select.
Noumea.P23,425 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Noumea Tontouta.Price includes taxes and charges.From P23,425, select.
Noumea.P23,447 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Noumea Tontouta.Price includes taxes and charges.From P23,447, select.
Noumea.P23,629 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Noumea Tontouta.Price includes taxes and charges.From P23,629, select.
Noumea.P24,124 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Aug.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in Noumea Tontouta.Price includes taxes and charges.From P24,124, select.
Noumea.P24,130 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Noumea Tontouta.Price includes taxes and charges.From P24,130, select.
Noumea.P25,757 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Noumea Tontouta.Price includes taxes and charges.From P25,757, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Noumea

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairns to Noumea flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from P22,497
May
from P21,617
Jun
from P22,002
Jul
from P23,425
Aug
from P24,124
Sep
from P23,447
Oct
from P23,629
Nov
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Dec
from P25,757
Jan
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Feb
from P24,130
Mar
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Alternative Cairns to Noumea routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Cairns to Noumea? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Noumea Magenta

3km from central Noumea
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Noumea Tontouta

37km from central Noumea
Cheapest
from P21,617
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Cairns to Noumea: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP21,617
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Cairns to Noumea: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Noumea: Noumea Magenta and Noumea Tontouta.
The best price we found for a return flight from Cairns to Noumea is P35,061. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cairns to Noumea. But we found flights with one or more stops from P35,061.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Cairns to Noumea.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Noumea is usually April.
If you're flying from Cairns Airport, the cheapest airport near Noumea is Noumea Tontouta – which is 36.9 km away from the centre of Noumea. We've found flights into this airport from P35,061.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Noumea on Tuesday, 28 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cairns Airport and Noumea. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Noumea but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Noumea is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. February is typically the warmest month in Noumea, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in October. The coldest month is August, with temperatures averaging 19°C. The rainiest month is March.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Noumea.

Flying from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Noumea: what you need to know

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your CNS to Noumea flight.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • CNS is around 5 kilometres from central Cairns. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near CNS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cairns Airport to Noumea or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are a convenient choice:

  • 71.55% of flights that take off from Cairns Airport land at their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Noumea

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairns Airport to Noumea flight is P21,617. The cheapest price for a return flight is P35,061. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from CNS to Noumea if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your Cairns Airport to Noumea ticket.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from CNS to Noumea is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a deal gets even better.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Cairns Airport to Noumea by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Noumea

Noumea Magenta Airport (GEA)

  • Noumea Magenta Airport (GEA) is around 5 kilometers from central Noumea. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 10 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Cairns Airport to Noumea. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GEA instead:

  • Pick up a Noumea Magenta Airport rental car and discover Noumea and beyond with your own wheels. Point Rouge, Sixt and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.

  • To lock in the best rate, reserve your vehicle from Noumea Magenta Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from CNS to Noumea. Prices generally rise closer to your departure date.

Tontouta Airport (NOU)

  • Tontouta Airport (NOU) is roughly 48 kilometres from central Noumea. Following your flight from Cairns Airport to Noumea, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • After stepping off your CNS to Noumea flight, find your comfort zone at a hotel close to NOU. Consider booking a room at B&B Tontoutailes. Karenga Appartel Tontouta is another option where you can relax and figure out your next steps.

  • The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Tontouta Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Hertz or Point Rouge and set off in the blink of an eye.

  • Get the lowest price by securing your ride from NOU three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Noumea

  • Before locking in your flights from Cairns Airport to Noumea, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Noumea offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.

  • The warmest month in Noumea is February, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Cairns Airport to Noumea plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • August sees average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from CNS to Noumea around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Noumea

  • Start your Noumea trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Cairns Airport to Noumea, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Skate Parc de Tina, MEMORIALS and Fontaine Céleste are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Noumea itinerary.

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