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      Flight deals from Nouakchott to Istanbul

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nouakchott Airport to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,340. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Istanbul.$1,221 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov, returning Sat, 28 Nov.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,221, select.
      Istanbul.$1,224 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct, returning Sat, 14 Nov.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,224, select.
      Istanbul.$1,224 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Thu, 8 Oct.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,224, select.
      Istanbul.$1,225 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,225, select.
      Istanbul.$1,233 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Thu, 10 Dec.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,233, select.
      Istanbul.$1,234 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb, returning Tue, 16 Feb.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,234, select.
      Istanbul.$1,238 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan, returning Fri, 22 Jan.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,238, select.
      Istanbul.$1,238 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Jan, returning Wed, 10 Feb.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Fri, 29 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,238, select.
      Istanbul.$1,239 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Jan, returning Wed, 31 Mar.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,239, select.
      Istanbul.$1,239 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan, returning Thu, 1 Apr.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,239, select.
      Istanbul.$1,280 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Dec, returning Thu, 7 Jan.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Mon, 28 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,280, select.
      Istanbul.$1,282 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Tue, 27 Oct.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,282, select.
      Istanbul.$1,340 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep, returning Sun, 27 Sep.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,340, select.
      Istanbul.$1,521 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb, returning Tue, 16 Feb.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Nouakchott on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,521, select.
      Istanbul.$1,523 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Nouakchott on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,523, select.
      Istanbul.$1,524 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Fri, 16 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Nouakchott on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,524, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Nouakchott to Istanbul

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nouakchott to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in November.
      Aug
      from $1,699
      Sep
      from $1,340
      Oct
      from $1,282
      Nov
      from $1,221
      Dec
      from $1,233
      Jan
      from $1,238
      Feb
      from $1,234
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      Direct flights from Nouakchott to Istanbul

      Turkish Airlines

      Alternative Nouakchott to Istanbul routes

      Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Nouakchott to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

      Istanbul Sabiha

      30km from central Istanbul
      Closest
      from $4,894
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      Istanbul

      34km from central Istanbul
      Cheapest
      from $1,221
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      Nouakchott to Istanbul: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$1,221
      Cheapest month to flyNovember
      Average flight time6 hrs, 39 mins
      Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
      Average flights per week5

      Finding cheap flights from Nouakchott to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

      There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
      The best price we found for a return flight from Nouakchott to Istanbul is $1,221. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      6 hours and 39 minutes is the average flight time from Nouakchott to Istanbul.
      Turkish Airlines flies direct from Nouakchott to Istanbul.
      As of August 2026, there are 5 flights per week flying from Nouakchott to Istanbul.
      The cheapest month to fly from Nouakchott to Istanbul is usually November.
      If you're flying from Nouakchott Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from $1,221.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nouakchott Airport to Istanbul on Thursday, 19 November 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 39 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      In August, the average temperature is usually around 25°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
      Currently, Royal Air Maroc and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

      Flying from Nouakchott Oumtounsy International Airport (NKC) to Istanbul: what you need to know

      • Expect to be in the air for 7 hours 25 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Nouakchott Oumtounsy International Airport to Istanbul.

      • Istanbul is three hours ahead of Nouakchott, where Nouakchott Oumtounsy International Airport is located. Istanbul observes the UTC+3 timezone.

      • The busiest route is from Nouakchott Oumtounsy International Airport (NKC) to Istanbul Airport (IST). There are six weekly services between these two airports. Turkish Airlines offers a 09:40 departure between NKC and IST.

      • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your NKC to Istanbul flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • Travelling during a peak time such as January? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

      • You can book a direct Nouakchott Oumtounsy International Airport to Istanbul ticket. Start your trip at NKC and arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST).

      • Take to the skies with Turkish Airlines. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Nouakchott Oumtounsy International Airport to Istanbul.

      • We make it simple to book plane tickets from NKC to Istanbul with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:

        • Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)

        • Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)

        • Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)

      • The journey from central Nouakchott to NKC takes about 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

      • Of all flights leaving Nouakchott Oumtounsy International Airport, 63% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Nouakchott Oumtounsy International Airport (NKC) to Istanbul

      • The best price we've found for a one-way Nouakchott Oumtounsy International Airport to Istanbul flight is $759. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,221. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

      • To find cheap flights from NKC to Istanbul, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

      • Scoring cheap tickets from Nouakchott Oumtounsy International Airport to Istanbul is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares across each month and pick up an incredible deal.

      • You don't need to check in daily to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from NKC to Istanbul.

      • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Nouakchott Oumtounsy International Airport to Istanbul by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

      Airports in Istanbul

      Istanbul Airport (IST)

      • The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.

      • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.

      • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Nouakchott Oumtounsy International Airport to Istanbul. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

      • Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks before your flight from NKC to Istanbul.

      Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

      • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Once you've hopped off your flight from Nouakchott Oumtounsy International Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.

      • The journey will take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.

      • There are some great places to rest your head close to SAW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your NKC to Istanbul flight at one of these perfectly located options:

      • Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at SAW can help you lock in a better rate.

      Best time to go to Istanbul

      • February is the quietest month for flights from Nouakchott Oumtounsy International Airport to Istanbul, while August is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Istanbul based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

      • Lock in a Nouakchott Oumtounsy International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 30ºC.

      • Search for cheap tickets from NKC to Istanbul in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.

      More about Istanbul

      • Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Nouakchott Oumtounsy International Airport to Istanbul, explore our range of hotels including:

      • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.

      Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

      • Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.

      • Around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.

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