La Tontouta International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 37m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About La Tontouta International Airport
La Tontouta International Airport, also known as Nouméa – La Tontouta International Airport, is the main international airport in New Caledonia, an overseas collectivity of France in the southwest Pacific Ocean, as well as the military base for the French Air Force based in New Caledonia.
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Live weather
NWWWNOTAMs
NWWWReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 / 29 | 10,663 ft / 3,250 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | TONTOUTA APP | 119.700 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| INFO | TONTOUTA INFO | 128.200 MHz |
| MISC | VDF | 118.100 MHz |
| TWR | TONTOUTA TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Navaids(4)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: SE (from about 135°), on 22% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 92% | 1,556 ft | |
| Feb | 87% | 1,630 ft | |
| Mar | 92% | 1,420 ft | |
| Apr | 89% | 1,163 ft | |
| May | 94% | 834 ft | |
| Jun | 93% | 559 ft | |
| Jul | 90% | 522 ft | |
| Aug | 92% | 485 ft | |
| Sep | 94% | 626 ft | |
| Oct | 94% | 961 ft | |
| Nov | 95% | 1,183 ft | |
| Dec | 93% | 1,457 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~485–1,630 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from La Tontouta International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for La Tontouta International Airport?
The ICAO code for La Tontouta International Airport is NWWW, and its IATA code is NOU.
Where is La Tontouta International Airport located?
La Tontouta International Airport is large airport located in Nouméa (La Tontouta), New Caledonia, at an elevation of 52 ft (16 m).
How many runways does La Tontouta International Airport have?
La Tontouta International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 10,663 ft / 3,250 m.
Which airlines fly to La Tontouta International Airport?
Airlines historically serving La Tontouta International Airport include Air Caledonie International, Air New Zealand, Air Vanuatu, Qantas (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from La Tontouta International Airport?
Historical data lists 9 nonstop destinations from La Tontouta International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is La Tontouta International Airport in?
La Tontouta International Airport is in the Pacific/Noumea time zone (UTC+11:00).
What is the magnetic variation at La Tontouta International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at La Tontouta International Airport is approximately 12.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near La Tontouta International Airport?
The nearest airport to La Tontouta International Airport is Île Hugon Airstrip (NC-0001), about 10.2 nm to the w, followed by Nakutakoin Ultralight Airport and Nouméa Magenta Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. La Tontouta International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.