Search Flights from Nouakchott to Istanbul

Quick Flight Summary from Nouakchott to Istanbul

  • Lowest recent price
    $438
  • Direct flight duration 6 hour 45 min
  • Direct airlines Turkish Airlines
  • Arrival airports SAW / IST
  • Best days to book Tuesday, Saturday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $423

Cheapest flights from Nouakchott to Istanbul

Shortest Flight

Royal Air Maroc

Royal Air Maroc
7 Nov, Sat
Nouakchott – Istanbul
10h 40m
1 stop
NKC–IST

Royal Air Maroc

Royal Air Maroc
4 Nov, Wed
Nouakchott – Istanbul
10h 40m
1 stop
NKC–IST

Royal Air Maroc

Royal Air Maroc
1 Dec, Tue
Nouakchott – Istanbul
10h 50m
1 stop
NKC–IST

Royal Air Maroc

Royal Air Maroc
30 Oct, Fri
Nouakchott – Istanbul
10h 40m
1 stop
NKC–IST

Royal Air Maroc

Royal Air Maroc
3 Nov, Tue
Nouakchott – Istanbul
10h 40m
1 stop
NKC–IST

Royal Air Maroc

Royal Air Maroc
27 Oct, Tue
Nouakchott – Istanbul
10h 40m
1 stop
NKC–IST

Royal Air Maroc

Royal Air Maroc
25 Nov, Wed
Nouakchott – Istanbul
10h 50m
1 stop
NKC–IST

Royal Air Maroc

Royal Air Maroc
31 Oct, Sat
Nouakchott – Istanbul
10h 40m
1 stop
NKC–IST

Royal Air Maroc

Royal Air Maroc
1 Nov, Sun
Nouakchott – Istanbul
20h 30m
1 stop
NKC–IST

Last update: 18 October 2026 05:30

Direct flights from Nouakchott to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines

Estimated Prices for Nouakchott to Istanbul Flights

Cheapest Day7 November Saturday
Best Price
$438
Average Price
$540
$803
$438
$611
18Sun
Oct
$611
19Mon
$511
20Tue
$611
21Wed
$611
22Thu
$511
23Fri
$803
24Sat
$611
25Sun
$611
26Mon
$439
27Tue
$611
28Wed
$611
29Thu
$439
30Fri
$441
31Sat
$509
01Sun
Nov
$532
02Mon
$439
03Tue
$439
04Wed
$611
05Thu
$438
07Sat
$439
25Wed
$439
01Tue
Dec

Key Features of the Airlines

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Nouakchott City Center

Nouakchott Oumtounsy Intl. Airport

Nouakchott International Airport is very close to the city center; only 4 kilometers and 10 minutes away. There is no public transport from the city center to the airport. But by taxi or renting a car, you can reach the city center very easily and quickly.

Taxi

You can easily find a taxi in the city center. If you ask your hotel, they can arrange one for you. Since there is no taximeter in the cars, you have to bargain and negotiate the fare in advance. It takes only 10 minutes to get to the airport by taxi.

Car Rental

Renting cars is a common method of transportation for foreigners in Nouakchott. There are offices in the city center where you can rent a car. It is recommended that you deal with an international company. You can also make reservations in advance via the internet. If you ask your hotel, they can help you with this. With the car you rent, you can reach the airport in just 10 minutes from the city center.

The route you need to follow is quite easy. Take the N3 road to the west of the city center and connect to the N1 motorway after about half a kilometer. Only after 3.5 kilometers, you can see the airport on your right

Airport Information

Nouakchott International Airport is the only airport in Mauritania. On the other hand, it is a very small airport and serves only with basic units. It is important to remember that at the airport, where no extra service is provided, very strict searches are made.

Almost all of Mauritania’s population is Muslim, and as in other Muslim countries there is the practice of reading verses from the Qur'an on the plane before the flight at the Nouakchott International Airport.

Transportation to Istanbul City Center from Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is located in Pendik, on the Anatolian Side of Istanbul. From the airport, you can get to the city center by metro, municipal bus, Havabus, public transport with a Marmaray transfer, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Metro
  • The airport is the terminus of the M4 Kadıköy–Sabiha Gökçen Airport metro line. The line takes about 50 minutes to get from the airport to Kadıköy.
  • You can transfer to Marmaray at Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and to the Metrobus at Ünalan station.
  • Timetables and weekend night services vary according to the current IBB (Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality) schedule. For up-to-date information, you can check Metro Istanbul's announcements.
  • You board the metro with an Istanbulkart. To buy a card, you can use the ticket machines at the stations.
Havabus
  • With Havabus services, you can reach Taksim and Kadıköy without transfers.
  • The Taksim line follows the Kavacık and Zincirlikuyu route. The journey takes about 1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
  • The Kadıköy line also stops at Yenisahra. The journey to Kadıköy takes about 1 hour, depending on traffic.
  • For current timetables and fares, you can check Havabus's official website.
Bus
  • E10: Kadıköy via Kurtköy
  • E3: 4. Levent Metro (European Side)
  • 16S: Uzunçayır Metrobus
  • MR60: Pendik YHT (Marmaray)
  • Routes and schedules may change. For up-to-date information, you can check the official IETT website or mobile app.
Marmaray
  • With Marmaray, you can reach many parts of the city by transferring.
  • You can take the MR60 bus to Pendik YHT station and transfer to Marmaray.
  • You can also take the M4 metro to Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and switch to Marmaray.
Taxi
  • You can take a taxi from the airport to anywhere in the city.
  • Bridge and tunnel tolls are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • There are offices of international and local car rental companies at the airport.
  • If you make a reservation in advance, you can pick up your car without waiting in line.
Transfer
  • You can travel comfortably from the airport to different parts of the city with a private transfer service.
  • It is recommended to book your transfer at least one day in advance.

Istanbul Airport

Istanbul Airport is located on the European Side. From the airport, which is in the Arnavutköy district, you can get to the city center by bus, Havaist, metro, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Bus
  • From Istanbul Airport, you can reach different parts of the city center, such as Mecidiyeköy, Mahmutbey, Sultangazi, Sarıyer, and Halkalı, on the H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8 buses.
  • The journey takes 1 hour 40 minutes to Mecidiyeköy, 1 hour 45 minutes to Halkalı, 1 hour 30 minutes to Mahmutbey, 1 hour 25 minutes to Sultangazi, and 1 hour 50 minutes to Sarıyer. Travel times may vary depending on traffic conditions.
  • You can buy bus tickets at the ticket booths or machines on the airport platforms, or online.
Metro
  • You can get from the airport to the city center on the M11 Gayrettepe - Istanbul Airport metro line.
  • The metro provides direct access to the Arnavutköy, İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Hasdal, Kağıthane, and Gayrettepe areas of the city center.
  • After getting off at Gayrettepe station, you can also transfer to the metrobus, buses, and the M1 Hacıosman - Yenikapı metro line.
  • The metro operates between 06:00 and 00:00.
  • The journey takes about 45 minutes on average.
Havaist
  • Havaist services take you to Aksaray, Esenler Bus Terminal, Arnavutköy, Halkalı-Başakşehir, Silivri - Çatalca, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar - Bahçeşehir, Bakırköy, Kadıköy, Taksim, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
  • You can pay the Havaist fare online, at the ticket booths on the platforms, or by card on the bus. Istanbulkart is accepted on some Havaist buses.
  • The Havaist fare varies depending on the route you take.
Taxi
  • Orange, turquoise, and black taxis run from Istanbul Airport to the city center.
  • A fixed fare applies from the airport to certain points in the city center.
  • Bridge crossings, bus terminal exit fees, and toll roads are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • You can rent a car from Avec, Sixt, Hertz, Rent Go, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, Garenta, and many other companies at the airport and drive to the city center.
  • If you make a reservation before

Istanbul Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Sunday
18 Oct
Rain
14°9°
Monday
19 Oct
Cloudy
17°11°
Tuesday
20 Oct
Cloudy
19°12°
Wednesday
21 Oct
Cloudy
19°11°
Thursday
22 Oct
Fog
21°10°

Flights with Alternative Departure Locations Nouakchott Istanbul

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Nouakchott-Istanbul flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Nouakchott-Istanbul flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Nouakchott-Istanbul flights, you can use Nouakchott Oumtounsy Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Nouakchott-Istanbul is 4971 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 6 hour 10 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Nouakchott-Istanbul flights is Friday.
Royal Air Maroc, Air Algerie organizes direct flights between Nouakchott-Istanbul.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Royal Air Maroc starts from approximately $407.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Turkish Airlines
$583
1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Royal Air Maroc
$407
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 10 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments

Last update: 16.10.2026

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