Research reference only. La Tontouta International Airport: A 2026-11-01 search excerpt describes this selected transport topic: Airport operator CCI provides stops for the Tontouta Express (TEX) at Nouméa Gare Patch (formerly CHT), Dumbéa Center Urbain (opposite McDonald’s Koutio), Païta Fraisiers (towards Arène du Sud) and La Tontouta Airport. Check the full linked source before using it on a trip.
What the source notes say
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- Bus or coach: Airport operator CCI provides stops for the Tontouta Express (TEX) at Nouméa Gare Patch (formerly CHT), Dumbéa Center Urbain (opposite McDonald’s Koutio), Païta Fraisiers (towards Arène du Sud) and La Tontouta Airport.Search excerpt from the linked source; open the full page to confirm · checked 2026-11-01 · aeroports.cci.nc ↗
- Fare Conflict: In the 2026-03-02 introduction notice from CCI and the government, the TEX fare for domestic connections is listed as XPF 500 one way for one person, but the general fare on the operator's site viewed on 2026-11-01 is listed as XPF 3,500. It has not been confirmed whether the same conditions apply, so the rates aren't unified into a fixed rate.Search excerpt from the linked source; open the full page to confirm · checked 2026-11-01 · aeroports.cci.nc ↗ · tontoutaexpress.nc ↗
- Ticketing: TEX operator information explains that you can purchase tickets online or on board with cash or card, and select a departure flight without a seat reservation. The ticket says it is valid 30 days after purchase.Search excerpt from the linked source; open the full page to confirm · checked 2026-11-01 · tontoutaexpress.nc ↗
Routes and pickup details
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La Tontouta International Airport → Nouméa Gare Patch — Dumbéa — Païta
| From | La Tontouta International Airport |
|---|---|
| To | Nouméa Gare Patch — Dumbéa — Païta |
| Service | bus |
| Boarding point | La Tontouta Airport, check on site for exact bus signs |
| Getting off | Nouméa Gare Patch (formerly CHT); Dumbéa Center Urbain; Païta Fraisiers |
| Security area | Not established in this source note |
| Conditions | Tontouta Express; Check domestic flight timetable and fare application conditions |
| Published fare | CCI guidance XPF 500 / operator indicated XPF 3,500 conflict; Check before booking |
Evidence: search excerpt; full page needs checking. The record doesn't establish a safe flight connection or travel-day operation. aeroports.cci.nc ↗ · tontoutaexpress.nc ↗
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- We have not been able to confirm the differences in applicable subjects, auxiliary conditions, and validity periods between XPF 500 and XPF 3,500.
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