AUH
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
7,274 km
4,520 miles
NKC
Nouakchott
Mauritania
Distance
7,274 km
4,520 mi / 3,928 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
280°
west

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AUH NKC
Airport Name Abu Dhabi International Airport Nouakchott International Airport
IATA Code AUH NKC
ICAO Code OMAA GQNN
City Abu Dhabi Nouakchott
Country United Arab Emirates Mauritania
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Nouakchott
Elevation 88 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 24.430000, 54.650000 18.100000, -15.950000

Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Nouakchott (NKC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) in Nouakchott, Mauritania is 7,274 kilometers (4,520 miles / 3,928 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west at a heading of 280°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United Arab Emirates with Mauritania. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:29 in Abu Dhabi, it's 02:29 in Nouakchott. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Nouakchott (NKC) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 71° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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