How to find cheap flights from Paris to Mauritania
C$773 is currently the cheapest price for a return flight from Paris to Mauritania.
You'll be travelling from Paris into Nouakchott in Nouakchott with that fare.
C$395 is the lowest price for a one-way trip.
Need some ideas on where to fly to? Enter 'Mauritania' in the 'To' field to compare fares to different cities.
Mauritania is home to two international airports.
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Early booking can pay off. Fares tend to rise as your trip gets closer, not fall.
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Best time to fly from Paris to Mauritania
If you're watching what you spend, September is typically the cheapest month to hop on a flight from Paris to Mauritania.
In general, taking a midweek flight is a practical way to keep costs down. Tuesdays and Wednesdays often mean better fares.
Peak travel season in Mauritania runs through June, September and December. June is the most popular month and a perfect time to visit if you want everything open and in full swing.
For a more relaxed trip, May, July and August are a smart choice. May is the quietest month.
Flights from Paris to Mauritania: what to expect
When flying from Paris, departures are available from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY), or Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA).
From Paris, you can fly nonstop to at least one airport in Mauritania.
Roughly two direct flights operate each week between Paris and cities across Mauritania.
The main airline operating on this route is Air France.
The most popular route from Paris to Mauritania is to Nouakchott.
Across all routes, the average journey comes in at around 5 hours 10 minutes.
Popular places to visit in Mauritania
Nouakchott
Nouakchott is a leading destination for Paris to Mauritania flights. Terjit Oasis, Koumbi Saleh and Mauritanian National Museum are must-sees for first-time visitors.
Flying into Nouakchott typically means landing at Nouakchott Airport (NKC).
Browse the range of hotels in Nouakchott and pair your trip with a stay that fits how you travel.
Nouadhibou
French colonial fort offers a solid introduction to the highlights in this Dakhlet Nouadhibou Region city.
The bulk of flights arrive through Nouadhibou Airport (NDB), the city's main airport.
With your airfare locked in, you can begin searching for the right stay among the hotels in Nouadhibou.
Zouerate
Zouerate Airport (OUZ) is the main airport for flights into the city.
Pick up a deal on where you'll stay by exploring the list of hotels in Zouerate.
Visiting Mauritania for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Make sure you know the entry rules before you go. Rules can change depending on your reason for travel and your passport. Always check with reliable sources like your airline or embassy websites.
Mauritania has a population of roughly 5.3 million. The capital city is Nouakchott.
You won't need to adjust your watch while travelling around this destination, with only one standard time zone of UTC+0 inches place.
Pick the season that matches how you like to travel, whether that's cooler, hotter or somewhere in between. June is one of the warmest months in Mauritania.
Temperatures are often coolest around January.
January is usually the driest month, while September has the most rain.
The Festival of Heritage Cities, the Nouakchott International Festival and the Festival of the Sahara are some of the headline events here. Consider booking your Paris to Mauritania flight around moments like these for a travel experience beyond the ordinary.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
With your cheap flight from Paris to Mauritania booked, it's now time to plan what comes next. Discover competitive prices and exclusive rates for hotels in Mauritania. You can also check out car rental options in Mauritania and compare offers from trusted providers in seconds.
