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5 days a week
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 7h 11m
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When to travel
June
Cheapest • 24% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Tunis Carthage (TUN)
Cheapest • Avg $823 (round-trip)
Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN)
Shortest trip • 15h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Nouakchott (IST-NKC)

 
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IST  Istanbul Airport-NKC Nouakchott
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NKC  Nouakchott-IST Istanbul Airport
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Price, demand and travel trends for Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott with more confidence.

Which airline offers the most nonstop flights between Istanbul Airport and Nouakchott?

Turkish Airlines has the most frequent nonstop flights from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott with 5 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

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Key details for Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott flights

Low season

March
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 24% lower on average.

When to book flights from Istanbul to Nouakchott

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Nouakchott based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What airlines are available from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Istanbul Airport and Nouakchott.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott?

    Flights from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott usually depart from Istanbul (IST) and arrive at Nouakchott (NKC).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $823 round-trip via Tunis Carthage (TUN), compared to $1,472 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott?

    The Airbus A330-200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-300 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott pass through?

    One-stop flights from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott most commonly connect through:

    • Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) - 60% of one-stop connections
    • Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Tunis Carthage (TUN) - 20% of one-stop connections

    Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 39% on the Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $907 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,472, a difference of $565. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott?

    A nonstop flight from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott takes 7h 11m, covering 3,075 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:10 am and lands at 3:21 pm
    • Latest: departs at 3:35 pm and lands at 10:46 pm.

    The flight takes about 7h 11m.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott?

    Flying via Tunis Carthage (TUN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 10m, compared with 15h 12m via Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) and 16h 14m via Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG).

  • What is the time difference between Istanbul Airport and Nouakchott?

    Nouakchott is 3 hours behind Istanbul Airport (Greenwich Mean Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott flight?

    Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott range from $907 to $1,000, with an average of $992 over the past 12 months. Anything below $907 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $907 - about $565 less than Sunday (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Istanbul Airport to Nouakchott trip for June. Fares historically average $758 round-trip in that month - typically $1,998 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Tunis Carthage Airport (TUN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $823 round-trip on this route - about $649 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Nouakchott Airport.
    - Azalaï Hotel Nouakchott
    - Al Khaima City Center
    - Mauricenter Hotel

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Direct departures

Istanbul to Nouakchott

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Nouakchott to Istanbul

Monday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Istanbul to Nouakchott

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Istanbul (IST)
Nouakchott (NKC)