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There are 2 ways to get from Nouméa to French Polynesia by car or plane

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  1. Drive, fly to Fa'A'Ā International Airport

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    1. Drive from Nouméa to Nouméa - La Tontouta International Airport (NOU)car car
    2. Fly from Nouméa - La Tontouta International Airport (NOU) to Fa'A'Ā International Airport (PPT)plane plane NOU - PPT
    6h 23m

  2. Drive, fly to Bora Bora Airport

    1. Drive from Nouméa to Nouméa - La Tontouta International Airport (NOU)car car
    2. Fly from Nouméa - La Tontouta International Airport (NOU) to Bora Bora Airport (BOB)plane plane NOU - BOB
    18h 18m

Nouméa - La Tontouta International Airport (NOU) to Fa'A'Ā International Airport (PPT) flights

Calendar3Weekly Planes
Duration9h 18mAverage Duration
Ticket$470Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 4,686.2 km
  • Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Nouméa, New Caledonia and French Polynesia?

There is no direct connection from Nouméa to French Polynesia. However, you can drive to Nouméa - La Tontouta International Airport (NOU) airport, fly to Fa'A'Ā International Airport (PPT), walk to Papeete Airport, then take the bus to Papeete. Alternatively, you can drive to Nouméa - La Tontouta International Airport (NOU) airport, fly to Bora Bora Airport (BOB), walk to Motu Mute, then take the ferry to Vaitape.

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