Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Nouakchott Airport (NKC): what you need to know
Nouakchott is one hour behind Madrid and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your MAD to NKC flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madrid Airport to Nouakchott Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between MAD and NKC:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Mohammed V Airport
Blaise Diagne International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Nouakchott Airport (NKC)
$347 is the best price for a one-way Madrid Airport to Nouakchott Airport flight. Return flights start at $816. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAD to NKC, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Madrid Airport to Nouakchott Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MAD to NKC by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Madrid Airport to Nouakchott Airport.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
77% of flights leaving from Madrid Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Madrid Airport from central Madrid, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
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Arriving at Nouakchott Airport (NKC)
If you're getting in on a late Madrid Airport to Nouakchott Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near NKC:
Getting from Nouakchott Airport (NKC) to central Nouakchott
From Nouakchott Airport, Nouakchott is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Nouakchott Airport (NKC)
The quietest month for a flight from Madrid Airport to Nouakchott Airport is March, while May is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Nouakchott based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Madrid Airport to Nouakchott Airport for October if you'd like to go to Nouakchott during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 37ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to NKC in January. Temperatures average between 15ºC and 31ºC then.
Explore more of Mauritania
Nouakchott is just scratching the surface of what Mauritania offers. Continue your travels in Nouadhibou, which is around 338 kilometres away to the north. From Nouadhibou boat cemetery to Esqueleto de ballena, there's plenty to see and do in this popular city.
Your travels through Mauritania wouldn't be complete without a stop in Kaedi. Mosquée de Kaédi is a highlight in this destination, which is roughly 338 kilometres south-east of Nouakchott.