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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 13,689. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Nouakchott.R 5,682 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,682, select.
Nouakchott.R 5,843 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,843, select.
Nouakchott.R 6,653 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Transavia France.Outbound indirect flight with Transavia France, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,653, select.
Nouakchott.R 6,674 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,674, select.
Nouakchott.R 6,742 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,742, select.
Nouakchott.R 6,939 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Aug.One-way flight with Tunisair.Outbound indirect flight with Tunisair, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,939, select.
Nouakchott.R 6,999 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,999, select.
Nouakchott.R 7,519 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,519, select.
Nouakchott.R 9,316 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,316, select.
Nouakchott.R 9,364 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,364, select.
Nouakchott.R 9,392 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Jul.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,392, select.
Nouakchott.R 9,397 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Aug.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,397, select.
Nouakchott.R 9,406 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,406, select.
Nouakchott.R 9,406 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,406, select.
Nouakchott.R 9,412 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Dec.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,412, select.
Nouakchott.R 13,235 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Jun.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,235, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Nouakchott

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 September.
Jun
from R 7,519
Jul
from R 6,653
Aug
from R 6,939
Sep
from R 5,682
Oct
from R 5,843
Nov
from R 6,742
Dec
from R 6,999
Jan
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Feb
from R 6,674
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Direct flights from Istanbul to Nouakchott

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.

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Istanbul to Nouakchott: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,682
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time7 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Nouakchott: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Nouakchott is R 11,097. 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 25 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Nouakchott.
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Istanbul to Nouakchott.
As of June 2026, there are 6 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Nouakchott.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Nouakchott is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott Airport on Tuesday, 12 January 2027.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 25 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.
Currently, Royal Air Maroc and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Nouakchott.

Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Nouakchott Airport (NKC): what you need to know

  • Around 7 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott Airport.

  • Nouakchott's timezone is UTC+0, making Nouakchott three hours behind Istanbul.

  • You can choose from seven weekly Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott Airport flights. The 07:55 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest you can take. Turkish Airlines operates the last service of the day at 15:25.

  • Your IST to NKC flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Nouakchott — and maybe even more of Mauritania if time allows.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott Airport. Here are the top stopovers between IST and NKC:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Tunis Carthage Airport

    • Blaise Diagne International Airport

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

  • Right now, R 5,682 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 11,097. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IST to NKC if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from IST to NKC is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)

Arriving at Nouakchott Airport (NKC)

Getting from Nouakchott Airport (NKC) to central Nouakchott

  • Nouakchott Airport is approximately 26 kilometres from the centre of Nouakchott. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Nouakchott Airport (NKC)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott Airport is March, while May is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Nouakchott based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • When reserving your flight from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Nouakchott, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IST to NKC sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Mauritania

  • While Nouakchott is an excellent introduction to Mauritania, there's more adventure waiting for you in Nouadhibou. About 338 kilometres to the north, this fascinating place has plenty to see and do, like Nouadhibou boat cemetery and Esqueleto de ballena.

  • Another favourite stop in Mauritania, Kaedi is around 338 kilometres south-east of Nouakchott. Make room in your schedule for highlights including Mosquée de Kaédi.

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