Car Rental at Tontouta Airport
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Mini
Peugeot 108
or similar
$43.21
per day
Economy
Peugeot 208
or similar
$58.98
per day
Special Regular Cab Pickup
Hyundai H-100
or similar
$83.41
per day
Intermediate SUV
Dacia Duster
or similar
$77.64
per day
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Compact
Fiat 500X
or similar
$79.33
per day
Standard SUV
MG ZS EV
or similar
$88.75
per day
Full-size SUV
MG RX5
or similar
$90.97
per day
Luxury Van
Hyundai Staria
or similar
$131.27
per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 4:42 PM on 12/7/24. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information
Languages
French
Currency
XPF
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+687
Average car rental price
$82 per day
Average car rental length
11 days
Speed limit within town
30 - 50 km/h or 19 - 31 mph
Speed limit out of town
90 km/h or 56 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gas price
$1.47 per liter or $5.57 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.35 per liter or $5.09 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.51 per liter or $5.72 per gallon
Airport travel guide
Located in the very remote Western Pacific, the French overseas archipelago of New Caledonia is known for having some of the most idyllic beaches on the planet. Just as interestingly, though, the region is also home to a unique local Melanesian culture. These are three of the most interesting attractions located in and around New Caledonia’s capital, Noumea:
- Tjibaou Cultural Center. Known for its distinct wooden houses, the center is a great place to learn about New Caledonian culture and traditions. It frequently hosts various song and dance events, and also has several exhibitions on contemporary Oceanic art from New Caledonia and elsewhere in the region. The museum is about a 15-minute drive northeast of Noumea city center. Most of the museum’s website is only available in French, but if you speak it, it’s an excellent source of information.
- Maritime History Museum. The Austronesian peoples, of whom New Caledonians are a part, are some of the most excellent sea navigators the planet has ever seen. Originating in East Asia, they peopled most of Oceania and reached such faraway places as Hawaii, Eastern Island, and even Madagascar. Noumea’s Maritime Museum is a great place to learn about this aspect of local culture, telling many interesting stories and even displaying several traditional ships.
- Mont-Dore. Located just half an hour’s drive northeast of Noumea, the town of Mont-Dore is one of the most popular day trips in the area. Its elevated location provides visitors with wonderful views of the sea above, and the area is also home to the Cape Ndua Nature Reserve known for a variety of local wildlife. Last but not least, Mont-Dore is also a popular destination for both hiking and diving.
Top international routes
- Tokyo
- Port Vila
- Auckland
- Sydney
- Nadi
- Melbourne
Main airlines
Aircalin, Air Vanuatu, Qantas, and Air New Zealand
Terminals
The single airport terminal serves all domestic and international flights. It was renovated and expanded in 2012.
Location
La Tontouta Airport is about 52 km (32 mi) north of Nouméa, the capital city of New Caledonia. RT1, Voie Express, and Route Provinciale du Normandie are the main roads connecting the airport to the city.
Most popular types of rental car
- Station wagons - from $79 per day
- Large cars - from $83 per day
- Medium cars - from $79 per day
- Vans - from $79 per day
- Small cars - from $43 per day
- SUVs - from $78 per day
Car rental desks
Some are in the arrivals hall. The exact location of your car rental provider's desk will be listed on your Confirmation Voucher.
Services and facilities
Although the airport is small, it has quite a few services and facilities: an ice cream parlor, a bar, and a restaurant, as well as a small selection of shops, including duty-free outlets, a gift shop, an arts and crafts shop, and a convenience store. There are also ATMs, currency exchanges, a first aid service, and a hotel right next to the airport. Some of the airport facilities are equipped for travelers with reduced mobility. Special assistance is also available, but you should contact your airline in advance if you’d like this service.
Nearest gas station
Station Total gas station can be reached in about four minutes and is open 24/7. It will be on the left side of RT1 when driving from the airport towards Nouméa. There are other gas stations near La Tontouta Airport and in New Caledonia.
Airport info
Tontouta Airport (NOU)
- IATA: NOU
- ICAO: NWWW
- Name: Tontouta Airport (NOU)
- Distance from city: 23 miles / 37 km
Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices the lowest at Tontouta Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Tontouta Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Average rental costs per day at Tontouta Airport
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Tontouta Airport is September — when rental costs average $44.52 per day. This is 12% cheaper than the yearly average and 23% cheaper than renting a car in July (when prices average $58.02 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Tontouta Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in January the average rental period is 15 days, while in July, the average rental period is only 7 days.
Average number of rental days at Tontouta Airport
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Tontouta Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Tontouta Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in January, while they are least likely to rent in in October.
Monthly searches at Tontouta Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
Car rental information
| Popular suppliers | Point Rouge, Europcar, SIXT |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, Large cars, SUVs, Vans |
| Lowest price | $43 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Point Rouge |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Point Rouge | Peugeot 108 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Point Rouge | Dacia Logan | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Europcar | Hyundai Grand i10 | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| SIXT | Peugeot 208 | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Europcar | Hyundai Grand i10 | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Europcar | Dacia Duster | 5 | 3 | Large cars |
| Europcar | Renault Clio | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| SIXT | Peugeot Rifter | 4 | 3 | Vans |
| Point Rouge | Dacia Duster | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Point Rouge | Citroën C3 | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
Our customers' reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic.
AT
New Zealand
Peugeot 108
12/30/23
We did some amazing snorkeling and the food was delicious
CM
New Zealand
Peugeot 208
10/30/22
Went all around New Caledonia 
Car Rental Statistics
Highest-rated company
Europcar
8.8 / 10
Lowest-rated company
Hertz
7.7 / 10
Total number of reviews
5
Total rental companies
4
Average daily price
$81.70
Lowest daily price
$43.21
Total cars available
49
Top 4 suppliers at Tontouta Airport in 2024
Europcar
+687461431
NOUMEA TONTOUTA AIRPORT
$58 - $173
Working hours
Mon:07:00 - 23:59
Tue:07:00 - 23:59
Wed:07:00 - 23:59
Thu:07:00 - 23:59
Fri:07:00 - 23:59
Sat:07:00 - 23:59
Sun:07:00 - 23:59
+687285920 / +687741560
Allée Guy Celton, La Tontouta
$43 - $114
Working hours
Mon:00:00 - 23:59
Tue:00:00 - 23:59
Wed:00:00 - 23:59
Thu:00:00 - 23:59
Fri:00:00 - 23:59
Sat:00:00 - 23:59
Sun:00:00 - 23:59
+687262280
Meet&Greet Service,BoxOffice 4, Tontouta 98840
$59 - $100
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 23:59
Tue:08:00 - 23:59
Wed:08:00 - 23:59
Thu:08:00 - 23:59
Fri:08:00 - 23:59
Sat:08:00 - 23:59
Sun:08:00 - 23:59
Hertz
351277
Route De La Base Areo Navle
$59 - $100
Working hours
Mon:00:00 - 23:59
Tue:00:00 - 23:59
Wed:00:00 - 23:59
Thu:00:00 - 23:59
Fri:00:00 - 23:59
Sat:00:00 - 23:59
Sun:00:00 - 23:59
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