Cheap Flights from Noumea (NOUN) to Melbourne (MELA)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Noumea to Melbourne? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Noumea to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in July.

Alternative Noumea to Melbourne routes

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

Noumea to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,234
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Noumea to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
The best price we found for a return flight from Noumea to Melbourne is $1,234. 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 Noumea to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,234.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Noumea to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from Noumea to Melbourne is usually August.
If you're flying from Noumea, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from $1,234.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Noumea to Melbourne on Thursday, 21 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Noumea and Melbourne. 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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Melbourne is Qantas .

Flying from Noumea to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • Noumea and Melbourne are in the same timezone, UTC+11.

  • To ensure you make your Noumea to Melbourne flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Noumea to Melbourne

  • To find cheap Noumea to Melbourne flights, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your plane ticket from Noumea to Melbourne.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from Noumea to Melbourne by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Noumea to Melbourne flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Arriving in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.

  • Consider booking a hotel near MEL if you're coming in on a late flight from Noumea to Melbourne. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks before your departure date.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • The centre of Melbourne is about 48 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). As soon as your flight from Noumea to Melbourne has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 50 minutes.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 2 hours 5 minutes or so.

  • Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire make collecting an Avalon Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.

  • Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.

Essendon Airport (MEB)

  • Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Noumea to Melbourne has arrived. Central Melbourne is around 11 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to get there in a car.

  • The journey will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes if you use public transport.

  • Start your journey without stressing over how to arrive at your destination with an Essendon Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with reliable companies here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.

  • Rental agencies sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so secure your ride from MEB well ahead of your flight from Noumea to Melbourne. Plan ahead and your wallet will thank you.

More about Melbourne

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Melbourne right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Noumea to Melbourne:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.

Explore more of Australia

  • Melbourne has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia you'll want to see. About 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a visit to Canberra will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.

  • Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another essential stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.

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