Travelling from Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) to Paris: what you need to know
Approximately 5 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Nouakchott International Airport to Paris.
Paris is one hour ahead of Nouakchott, where Nouakchott International Airport is located. Paris follows the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route is from Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). There are four weekly services between these two airports. Air France offers a 23:05 departure between NKC and CDG.
For a relaxed start to your NKC to Paris flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Direct Nouakchott International Airport to Paris tickets are available for booking. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) will be where your journey ends.
Air France is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Nouakchott International Airport to Paris.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from NKC to Paris with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
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Central Nouakchott to NKC is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 55 minutes to reach there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
58.12% of flights that leave from Nouakchott International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) to Paris
R 5,450 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Nouakchott International Airport to Paris flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 8,054. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap flights from NKC to Paris by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Paris. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 45 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Nouakchott International Airport to Paris. Book one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Paris and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from NKC to Paris.
The street address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Once your flight from Nouakchott International Airport to Paris has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
Travelling by public transport will take about 55 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near ORY. Unwind and get cosy after your NKC to Paris flight at one of these well-located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Paris Orly Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from ORY one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Paris Orly Airport is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Nouakchott International Airport to Paris has touched down. Central Paris is around 88 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will take you there in roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by staying at a hotel near BVA after your NKC to Paris flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just give yourself time to find your footing in a new place at:
Whether you're looking for a zippy mini for solo travel or a full-size SUV to transport your group, you'll find the right Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car for you. Explore the range of wheels available here from companies such as Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
About three weeks before your flight from Nouakchott International Airport to Paris is a good time to secure your vehicle from BVA. You're likely to find a better rate or even snap up an early bird discount.
Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Visit Paris in peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Nouakchott International Airport to Paris during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
When booking your Nouakchott International Airport to Paris flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NKC to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Paris
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Paris right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Nouakchott International Airport to Paris:
Louvre Museum and Eiffel Tower are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Paris must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Explore more of France
Paris is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of France just waiting to be discovered. About 386 kilometres south-east of Paris, a visit to Lyon will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another favourite stop in France. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.