On this page, you can find and buy flights from Nouakchott to Istanbul. The distance between the cities is 4,968 km, and direct flights on this route are available with a frequency of about 3 flights per week.
The main carrier is Turkish Airlines (TK). When planning your trip, we recommend checking how to get to Nouakchott Airport and the best ways to get from Istanbul Airport to the city, as ticket and transfer prices may vary.
The table shows direct flights Nouakchott → Istanbul on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 9 h 30 min. Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines. Departures from Nouakchott International Airport airports, arrivals at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen 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 Nouakchott — Istanbul by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,659 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 2,299 in a. 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.
Nouakchott → Istanbul, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
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| Jan | AED 1,705 | low | May | AED 2,006 | medium | Sep | AED 2,156 | high |
| Feb | AED 1,655 | low | Jun | AED 2,206 | high | Oct | AED 1,755 | low |
| Mar | AED 1,906 | medium | Jul | AED 2,307 | high | Nov | AED 1,705 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,805 | low | Aug | AED 2,257 | high | Dec | AED 1,956 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate at your destination features warm summers and cool winters. The hottest month of the year is August with an average temperature of 28.8°C, while the lowest temperatures and highest rainfall are observed in January and February.
In terms of budget, the most affordable flights from Mauritania to Turkey are possible in August, when ticket prices start AED 1,659. The most expensive period to plan a trip at the moment is May, with a minimum cost AED 2,299.
The optimal time to fly is October: the weather remains comfortable for travel (up to 20.2°C), and the flight cost AED 1,678 remains one of the lowest. We recommend avoiding the spring months if your main goal is maximum savings.
Regular flights on this route are operated by one main airline — Turkish Airlines. The carrier provides consistent service, operating an average of 3 flights per week. Below is a detailed schedule and information about available flight options; you can click on the airline card to see specific days of the week and details of the offered route.
Flights Nouakchott — Istanbul depart from Nouakchott International Airport and arrive at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 6 hours, considering the total distance between the cities is 4,968 km.
The main operator connecting Nouakchott with the Turkish metropolis is Turkish Airlines (TK).
Airfares are constantly changing. You can find the current minimum for the coming months by using the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Mauritania arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST), which is the country's main international hub.
To get the best price, we recommend booking seats at least 1.5–2 months before your trip and looking for flights in late summer or autumn.
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