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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Nouakchott flights are currently cheapest in November.

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Istanbul to Nouakchott: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Nouakchott below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Nouakchott.

Istanbul to Nouakchott: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found595 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time7 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Nouakchott: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Nouakchott is 595 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
7 hours and 23 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Nouakchott.
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Istanbul to Nouakchott.
As of September 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Nouakchott.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Nouakchott is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Nouakchott Airport on Thursday, 13 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 23 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Nouakchott but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nouakchott is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Istanbul to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC): What you need to know

  • Put your holiday plans into action by working out where you'll catch your flight from Istanbul to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.

  • Book a direct Istanbul to Nouakchott International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 7 hours 20 minutes.

  • Nouakchott is three hours behind Istanbul. Nouakchott International Airport is located in Nouakchott, which runs on the UTC+0 timezone.

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) is the most popular route, with 5 direct services every week. You can travel from IST to NKC on Turkish Airlines's 7:55am flight.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Istanbul to NKC.

  • Peak season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) take off from this terminal.

  • You can get away on a direct flight from Istanbul to Nouakchott International Airport with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline offers services from IST.

  • The most frequently booked airline between IST and NKC is Turkish Airlines.

  • We make it easy to find cheap flights from Istanbul to NKC that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between IST and NKC include:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)

    • Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)

  • Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Istanbul to Nouakchott International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Nouakchott International Airport. Mohamed V International Airport (CMN) is a popular option between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and NKC.

  • SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to NKC flight:

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 76.93%. This figure highlights how often flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Nouakchott International Airport is 270 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 595 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Istanbul to NKC if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Istanbul to Nouakchott International Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Istanbul to NKC is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Hunt for savings on a flight from Istanbul to Nouakchott International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC)

  • It's time to decide when to book your flight from Istanbul to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC). June is the peak month for travel to Nouakchott. If crowds aren't your thing, go in April.

  • Book an Istanbul to NKC plane ticket departing in October if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Nouakchott to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Nouakchott International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).

More about Nouakchott

  • After booking your flight from Istanbul to Nouakchott International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nouakchott:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Ancient Ksour of Ouadane, Chinguetti, Tichitt and Oualata, Port de Pêche and Terjit Oasis are highlights which should be on every Nouakchott itinerary.

Explore more of Mauritania

  • Keep your adventure going by exploring more of Mauritania. KeurMarsal is around 193 kilometres south of Nouakchott and has no shortage of exciting things to see, including Parc National du Diawling.

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