Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC): what you need to know
London and Nouakchott share the same timezone, UTC+0.
To ensure you catch your LGW to NKC flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Nouakchott International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between LGW and NKC:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
Tunis-Carthage International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Nouakchott International Airport flight is R 4,955. A round-trip ticket right now is R 10,858. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LGW to NKC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Nouakchott International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LGW to NKC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Nouakchott International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of the departures from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% touch down on time at their destination.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to LGW? If you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Nouakchott International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Getting from Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) to central Nouakchott
Nouakchott International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central Nouakchott. The drive time takes around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Nouakchott International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Nouakchott based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Nouakchott International 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 has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LGW to NKC sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mauritania
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Next? Find your way to Kaedi. It's about 338 kilometres south-east of Nouakchott and boasts highlights including Arifondé parc and Mosquée de Kaédi.