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Table of contents
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Airport information
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book at Tontouta Airport and for how long?
- Car hire information
- Most popular car models of suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions (updated: 29 Oct 2026)
- Top 6 suppliers at Tontouta Airport in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
French
Currency
XPF
Drive on
Right-hand side
Dialing code
+687
Average car hire length
8 days
Speed limit within city centre
30–50 km/h
or
19–31 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
90 km/h
or
56 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average petrol price
£1.17 per litre or £4.43 per gallon
Lowest petrol price
£1.07 per litre or £4.05 per gallon
Highest petrol price
£1.20 per litre or £4.54 per gallon
Score
10 / 10
Airport information
Name
Tontouta Airport (NOU)
IATA
NOU
ICAO
NWWW
Distance from the city centre
23 miles / 37 km
Overall rating
6.6 / 10
Getting to the airport
7.2
Check-in and departures
7.2
Facilities and services
6.8
Wi-Fi
6.8
Dining and car hire services
5.8
Lounge
5.8
Map of top car rental locations
A
Point Rouge
Aéroport International De Nouméa-La Tontouta
B
Europcar
Aeroport de la Tontouta, Tontouta 98840, New Caledonia
C
SIXT
Meet&Greet Service,BoxOffice 4, Tontouta 98840
D
Hertz
Route De La Base Areo Navle
E
Avis
Aeroport De Noumea, All. Guy Celton, La Tontouta, New Caledonia
When to book at Tontouta Airport and for how long?
In which month is car hire at Tontouta Airport the most affordable?
Prices for hiring a car at Tontouta Airport fluctuate depending on the time of year. This table and graph can help you find the best bargain.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthNovember | Most expensive month August |
| Average price £37 |
Average price for hiring a car per day at Tontouta Airport
£52
£26
£0
£44
in January
Jan
£39
in February
Feb
£43
in March
Mar
£43
in April
Apr
£43
in May
May
£40
in June
Jun
£37
in July
Jul
£47
in August
Aug
£38
in September
Sep
£37
in October
Oct
£35
in November
Nov
£42
in December
Dec
The best month to hire a car at Tontouta Airport is November — when the average price for a hire is £35.11 per day. This is 6% less than the yearly average and 25% less than hiring a car in August (when the average price is £47.01 per day).
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
What time of year sees the highest demand for car hire at Tontouta Airport?
Given the number of users searching for a car at Tontouta Airport, there is a higher probability of travellers hiring a car in December in comparison to hiring a car in in May.
Monthly Car Hire Searches at Tontouta Airport Compared to the Yearly Average
2.5
1.3
0
0.7 times in January
Jan
0.9 times in February
Feb
0.7 times in March
Mar
0.9 times in April
Apr
0.4 times in May
May
0.6 times in June
Jun
Same as average in July
Jul
0.5 times in August
Aug
0.8 times in September
Sep
1.5 times in October
Oct
1.7 times in November
Nov
2.3 times in December
Dec
For how long do most travellers hire cars for at Tontouta Airport?
How long travellers keep their hire cars varies by the time of year: in January the average hire period is 11 days, while in July, the average hire period is only 7 days.
Average number of hire days at Tontouta Airport
12
6
0
11 days in January
Jan
9 days in February
Feb
8 days in March
Mar
9 days in April
Apr
8 days in May
May
8 days in June
Jun
7 days in July
Jul
7 days in August
Aug
11 days in September
Sep
9 days in October
Oct
9 days in November
Nov
9 days in December
Dec
Car hire information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Point Rouge, SIXT, Europcar, Budget |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Small cars, SUVs, medium cars, people Carriers |
Most popular car models of suppliers
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Rouge | Renault Kwid | 5 | Small car |
| Point Rouge | Peugeot 108 | 5 | Small car |
| Point Rouge | Dacia Logan | 5 | Small car |
| Point Rouge | Citroën C3 | 5 | Small car |
| Point Rouge | MG 3 | 5 | Medium car |
| SIXT | Volkswagen Up | 4 | Small car |
| SIXT | Peugeot 208 | 4 | Small car |
| Point Rouge | Peugeot 208 | 5 | Small car |
| SIXT | Dacia Duster | 4 | Station wagon |
| SIXT | Peugeot 3008 GT | 4 | SUV |
Frequently Asked Questions (updated: 29 Oct 2026)
Prices are lowest during November, starting at £35 for an Economy car and highest in August, when economy cars start at £47. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month at Tontouta Airport is December, while the least popular month is May.
Tontouta Airport hosts: Point Rouge, Europcar, SIXT, Hertz, Budget, Avis. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.
Yes, most companies at Tontouta Airport support after-hours returns. Park in the designated return area, lock the car, and drop the keys in the secure drop box. Take timestamped photos of the car's condition after parking to protect yourself.
Usually, yes, if the desk is open. You may be charged for extra hours if you pick up significantly earlier. Rental desks at Tontouta Airport typically operate from 00:00-23:59.
Top 6 suppliers at Tontouta Airport in 2026
Point Rouge
9.1
Excellent
73 ratings
Value for money
8.8
Ease of finding
9.4
Agent helpfulness
9.3
Pick-up speed
9.3
Drop-off speed
9.6
Car cleanliness
8.9
Car condition
8.4
Aéroport International De Nouméa-La Tontouta
+687285920 / +687741560
Show 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
Europcar
8.9
Very Good
48 ratings
Value for money
8.4
Ease of finding
9.0
Agent helpfulness
9.0
Pick-up speed
8.8
Drop-off speed
9.3
Car cleanliness
9.1
Car condition
8.7
Aeroport de la Tontouta, Tontouta 98840, New Caledonia
+687895890
Show 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
SIXT
8.8
Very Good
31 ratings
Value for money
8.2
Ease of finding
8.9
Agent helpfulness
8.5
Pick-up speed
9.1
Drop-off speed
9.4
Car cleanliness
8.9
Car condition
8.3
Meet&Greet Service,BoxOffice 4, Tontouta 98840
+687262280
Show 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
8.3
Good
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.4
Car condition
8.4
Route De La Base Areo Navle
351277
Show 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
Budget
8.2
Good
Value for money
8.2
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.3
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.2
Car condition
8.3
£28–£73
per day
Aeroport De Noumea, La All. Guy Celton, La Tontouta, New Caledonia
+687276060
Show working hours
Mon
06:30-10:30; 16:00-19:00
Tue
15:30-18:00; 22:50-23:50
Wed
06:30-09:45; 10:45-14:00
Thu
16:00-19:30
Fri
06:30-08:30; 16:00-17:45; 22:30-23:45
Sat
12:30-13:45; 14:45-17:15; 22:50-23:50
Sun
12:30-13:45; 14:45-16:15; 22:30-23:30
Avis
8.2
Good
Value for money
8.2
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.2
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.3
Car condition
8.4
£33–£77
per day
Aeroport De Noumea, All. Guy Celton, La Tontouta, New Caledonia
+687283232
Show working hours
Mon
06:30-10:30; 16:00-19:00
Tue
15:30-18:00; 22:50-23:50
Wed
06:30-09:45; 10:45-14:00
Thu
16:00-20:00
Fri
06:30-08:30; 16:00-17:45; 22:30-23:45
Sat
12:30-13:45; 14:45-17:15; 22:50-23:50
Sun
12:30-13:45; 14:45-16:15; 22:30-23:30
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