Traveling from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC): what you need to know
A direct flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Nouakchott International Airport takes on average 4 hours 15 minutes. The timezone in Nouakchott is UTC+0, making it 1 hour behind Algiers.
Flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Nouakchott International Airport start at 19:00 — the first with Air Algerie. The last departure is the 23:45 option with Air Algerie. In total, you can choose from 4 weekly services from ALG to NKC.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
To break up your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Nouakchott International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that catches your eye. The most popular stopovers on the ALG - NKC route are:
Mohamed V International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Tunis-Carthage International Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Mauritania, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with all the necessary information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from ALG to NKC.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC)
C$250 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Houari Boumediene Airport to Nouakchott International Airport. A return flight starts from C$548. These prices can change depending on availability.
Book 8 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from ALG to NKC.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Houari Boumediene Airport to Nouakchott International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
Houari Boumediene Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Algiers. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 22 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a handy hotel close to ALG? If you've booked an early flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Nouakchott International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Getting from Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) to central Nouakchott
Nouakchott International Airport to the center of Nouakchott is around 54 minutes in a car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
When to fly to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC)
The quietest month for a flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Nouakchott International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Nouakchott based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Nouakchott International Airport for October if you want to go to Nouakchott during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 37ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 15ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from ALG to NKC sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Nouakchott
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best places to stay in Nouakchott right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from ALG to NKC:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Saudi mosque, Port de Pêche and Teghenyats Monastery are popular attractions which should be on any good Nouakchott itinerary.
Complete your Nouakchott trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Nouakchott International Airport, explore our great car rental offers that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Nouakchott stay.