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Maré Airport

Maré, New Caledonia
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Gateway to Maré, the Loyalty Islands' coral gem.

Location
Maré, New Caledonia
Maré Airport (IATA: MEE, ICAO: NWWR) serves the island of Maré, one of the Loyalty Islands of New Caledonia, a French special collectivity in the South Pacific. The airport provides essential air connectivity for the island's residents and visitors, linking Maré to Nouméa and other islands in the archipelago. The airport operates with a single short runway suited to smaller regional turboprop aircraft. It plays a vital role in the daily life of the island's predominantly Kanak population, as maritime transport alternatives are limited and time-consuming. Air Calédonie is the primary carrier operating scheduled services to and from Maré Airport, connecting the island to La Tontouta International Airport and Magenta Airport in Nouméa, as well as to other Loyalty Islands destinations.
Terminals
The airport features a small, single terminal building suited to low passenger volumes typical of a remote island destination.
Getting to & from
Ground transport on Maré is limited, with taxis and rental vehicles available for travel to nearby villages and accommodations.
Airlines here
Air Calédonie (Aircal) operates the primary scheduled regional services at Maré Airport.
Notable facts
  • ›Maré is the southernmost and largest of the Loyalty Islands of New Caledonia.
  • ›The island is known for its raised coral plateau and is sometimes called the 'Joyau des Loyauté' (Jewel of the Loyalties).
  • ›Air Calédonie connects Maré to Nouméa's Magenta Airport with regular turboprop services.
  • ›The airport's runway is approximately 1,200 meters long, limiting operations to smaller regional aircraft.
  • ›Maré Airport serves an important social and economic function, as the island has no paved road connections to the mainland.
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City & Place Guide

Unspoiled coral paradise with pristine beaches and Kanak culture

Maré is the southernmost of the Loyalty Islands, an overseas territory of France located about 150 km east of New Caledonia's main island, Grande Terre. Known for its dramatic raised coral plateau, turquoise lagoons, and some of the clearest waters in the Pacific, Maré attracts divers, snorkelers, and travelers seeking an authentic, unhurried Pacific experience.

The island is home to the Nengone people, one of New Caledonia's Kanak communities, and traditional culture remains deeply woven into daily life. Visitors will find no mass tourism infrastructure here — accommodation is mostly small guesthouses and tribal lodges — making Maré ideal for those who want genuine cultural immersion alongside stunning natural beauty.

  • •Yejele Beach — one of the Pacific's most photogenic white-sand shores with vivid turquoise water
  • •La Roche — dramatic coastal cliffs carved into the coral plateau with sweeping ocean views
  • •Shabadran Natural Pool — a stunning tidal rock pool perfect for swimming and snorkeling
  • •Lekine — a scenic cove with calm, clear waters popular for snorkeling and relaxation
  • •Tribespeople cultural visits — tribal communities welcome respectful visitors to learn Nengone traditions
  • •Maré's coral reef — world-class snorkeling and diving amid colorful reef fish and coral gardens

Getting around: Maré has no public bus network or rail service. Visitors typically rent a car or scooter from local operators near Tadine port or La Robe airport, which is the most practical way to explore the island's spread-out sites. Taxis are limited and should be arranged in advance through your accommodation; rideshare apps do not operate here.

Best time: The best time to visit Maré is during the dry season from May to October, when humidity is lower, rainfall is minimal, and ocean visibility for diving and snorkeling is at its finest.

Local food: Try fresh lobster and reef fish grilled over coconut husks, taro and yam dishes prepared in the traditional Kanak earth oven called a bougna, and locally grown tropical fruits available at roadside stands.

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Encyclopaedia

Maré Airport is an airport in Maré, New Caledonia.

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