On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the Dakar — Nouakchott route. The distance between the cities is only 405 km, and service regularity is maintained at 3 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by HC. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-price calendar and checking information on how to get to the airport of departure and how to get from the airport to the center of Nouakchott.
The table shows direct flights Dakar → Nouakchott on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 20 h 25 min. Regular flights are operated by Air Senegal. Departures from Blaise Diagne International Airport airports, arrivals at Nouakchott International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Dakar — Nouakchott by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 973 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 2,070 in y. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Dakar → Nouakchott, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,504 | high | May | AED 1,153 | low | Sep | AED 1,153 | low |
| Feb | AED 1,404 | medium | Jun | AED 1,103 | low | Oct | AED 1,253 | medium |
| Mar | AED 1,353 | medium | Jul | AED 1,103 | low | Nov | AED 1,454 | high |
| Apr | AED 1,253 | medium | Aug | AED 1,153 | low | Dec | AED 1,554 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Nouakchott is characterized by consistently hot weather: the temperature maximum was recorded in October (up to 36°C), while the coolest nights occur in January (around 16.7°C). The rainy season is very subtle, with a small peak of precipitation in August.
In terms of savings, the most cost-effective month to fly is October, with ticket prices starting AED 972. The most expensive period is July, when minimum fares rise AED 2,069.
December can be considered the optimal time for a trip: it is a great compromise between comfortable air temperatures and affordable flight prices starting AED 980. It is better to avoid the peak summer heat and high prices of July.
Regular air service between the cities is primarily provided by HC (Air Senegal). On average, there are 3 flights per week on the route, allowing for a quick trip between the capitals of Senegal and Mauritania. You can find detailed schedule information for specific days and available flight options in the list below.
Flights Dakar — Nouakchott depart from Blaise Diagne International Airport and arrive at Nouakchott International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is about 405 km. Travel time on a direct flight usually takes a little over 1 hour.
Regular flights between the cities are operated by HC (Air Senegal).
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, operating approximately 3 times a week.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on demand. Check the low-price calendar on this page for the current minimum for your preferred dates.
Flights from Dakar arrive at Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport (NKC).
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