Flying from Mohammed V Airport (CMN) to Nouakchott Airport (NKC): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Mohammed V Airport to Nouakchott Airport.
The timezone in Nouakchott is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Casablanca.
Every week, there are 14 Mohammed V Airport to Nouakchott Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, go for the 10:20 Mauritania Airlines International flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 23:50 with Royal Air Maroc.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your CMN to NKC flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Nouakchott (and then discovering more of Mauritania!) is easy with Royal Air Maroc. This popular airline has direct flights from Mohammed V Airport to Nouakchott Airport.
Royal Air Maroc tops the list for bookings on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating CMN to NKC flights is Royal Air Maroc. Its services arrive as scheduled 78.35% of the time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Mohammed V Airport to Nouakchott Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between CMN and NKC include:
Tunis Carthage Airport
Blaise Diagne International Airport
Banjul Airport
Handy information about Mohammed V Airport (CMN)
71% of flights that depart Mohammed V Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Casablanca to Mohammed V Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near CMN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Mohammed V Airport to Nouakchott Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Nouakchott Airport (NKC)
Reserve a hotel close to NKC if you're on a late Mohammed V Airport to Nouakchott Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Nouakchott Airport (NKC) to central Nouakchott
From Nouakchott Airport, Nouakchott is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Nouakchott Airport (NKC)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Mohammed V Airport to Nouakchott Airport. May is the busiest month to head to Nouakchott. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Mohammed V Airport to Nouakchott Airport, think about the type 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 CMN to NKC sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mauritania
Nouakchott is only a small part of what Mauritania offers. Head onward to Nouadhibou, which is about 338 kilometres away to the north. From Nouadhibou boat cemetery to Esqueleto de ballena, there's no shortage of things to do in this fascinating city.
Your trip through Mauritania isn't complete without visiting Kaedi. Mosquée de Kaédi is just one of the highlights in this destination, which is about 338 kilometres south-east of Nouakchott.