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Koumac Airport (KOC)

Koumac, New Caledonia · small airport · -20.546° 164.256° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeKOC
ICAO CodeNWWK
Typesmall airport
NameKoumac Airport
MunicipalityKoumac
CountryNew Caledonia
ContinentOC
Latitude-20.546° S
Longitude164.256° E
Elevation42 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score150
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryNew Caledonia
ISO Code
RegionKoumac
Continent CodeOC
IANA TimezonePacific/Noumea
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+11
DST OffsetUTC+11
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: April – October
Cooler dry season in Oceania
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Dry: Apr–OctWet: Nov–Mar

✈ Airlines Serving KOC

QF — QantasVA — Virgin AustraliaNZ — Air New ZealandFJ — Fiji Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (20.5°S)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Koumac Airport (KOC/NWWK) is a small domestic airfield serving Koumac and the northern Grande Terre in New Caledonia's North Province. It sits just outside the town and handles scheduled flights, mainly to Nouméa Magenta, plus occasional charter and medical services. Its compact terminal and short runway make it a convenient gateway to northern beaches, mining country, and the Koumac area.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors confirm taxi availability by phone before landing, since rides are not always waiting at this small field, and they double-check baggage limits because domestic flights can be weight-sensitive.
🚖 Getting There

Arrange a taxi or rental car before arrival, as Koumac Airport has no regular public bus service and taxis may not wait at the terminal. The drive into Koumac is short, so confirm your pickup point with your accommodation. If you are continuing north or to nearby beaches, a rental car gives the most flexibility.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which airlines fly to Koumac Airport?
A: Air Calédonie is the main domestic carrier, with scheduled services linking Koumac to Nouméa Magenta Airport; charter and private flights also use the field.

Q: How far is the airport from Koumac town?
A: It is only a short drive from central Koumac, typically a few minutes by car or taxi, making transfers quick and inexpensive.

Q: What facilities are available at KOC?
A: As a small regional airport, it offers basic passenger facilities such as a waiting area and check-in for domestic flights; expect limited shops, food, and Wi-Fi.

Q: Is there public transport from the airport?
A: Public transport is very limited. Taxis, pre-arranged transfers, or rental cars are the usual options; walking may be possible if you have light luggage and are heading nearby.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 30, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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