Nouakchott International Airport - Oumtounsy-NKC-Nouakchott Intl.
Nouakchott International Airport-Oumtounsy in Nouakchott, Mauritania is one of the major international airports that serve the capital of Mauritania - Nouakchott. The airport is situated 25 kilometers north of the city. Opened in 2016, the NKC-Nouakchott is a replacement to the old Nouakchott International Airport. The airport is considered to be one of the largest projects in the region since the early 1960s. Designed by Omer Houessou, President Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz was part of the inauguration of the airport. Turkish Airlines from Istanbul-Atatirk was the first flight served in this international airport.
Best Time to Visit
The NKC-Nouakchott airport covers a total area of 320,000 square feet with 6 jet bridges, and a passenger terminal that can handle more than 2 millions passengers in a year. Airlines served in the airport include Air Algerie, ASKY Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, Tunisair, Turkish Airlines, Air France and Binter Canarias. A second terminal is dedicated to serve air cargo. A VIP reception area is also available in the airport. Two runways, 2400 meters and 3400 meters are available in the area. For sightseeing, you can head to the regions of Nouakchott and Ksar.
What to Do & Area Attractions
NKC-Nouakchott hotels situated close to the airport are the Hotel Wissal and the Al Khaima City Center. Both set in Nouakchott, both hotels are within a few minutes away from the airport with stunning views of the city and nearby local attractions to see.
On this page it is easy to search for Nouakchott, Mauritania airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Nouakchott, Mauritania (NKC-Nouakchott Intl.) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the NKC airport.
Most of these NKC
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Nouakchott, Mauritania
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Some of the main attractions in the area around the NKC airport are Stade Olympique, Nouakchott Beach, and Stade Olympique.
Map of Nouakchott, Mauritania Hotels
View all Nouakchott, Mauritania (NKC-Nouakchott Intl.) hotels, motels, lodging and attractions on Nouakchott, Mauritania (NKC-Nouakchott Intl.) location map.
Weather Forecast for Nouakchott, Mauritania (NKC-Nouakchott Intl.)
If you planning to travel to Nouakchott, Mauritania (NKC-Nouakchott Intl.), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 6:37 AM.
The temperature feels like 75.5 with a humidity level of 68 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 5 percent with visibility at 14.7 percent.
Today’s UV index is 2, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling west-northwest at a speed of 9 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 7:19 PM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Today
4/24
Few clouds
76°F
High: 84°F
Low: 68°F
Precipitation: 0%
Thursday
4/25
Scattered clouds
74°F
High: 82°F
Low: 73°F
Precipitation: 0%
Friday
4/26
Scattered clouds
78°F
High: 85°F
Low: 73°F
Precipitation: 0%
Saturday
4/27
Scattered clouds
78°F
High: 83°F
Low: 73°F
Precipitation: 20%
Sunday
4/28
Broken clouds
77°F
High: 83°F
Low: 72°F
Precipitation: 10%
Monday
4/29
Scattered clouds
77°F
High: 84°F
Low: 73°F
Precipitation: 0%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Nouakchott, Mauritania NKC airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free NKC airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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