BCN
Barcelona
Spain
3,098 km
1,925 miles
NKC
Nouakchott
Mauritania
Distance
3,098 km
1,925 mi / 1,673 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
219°
southwest

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BCN NKC
Airport Name Barcelona International Airport Nouakchott International Airport
IATA Code BCN NKC
ICAO Code LEBL GQNN
City Barcelona Nouakchott
Country Spain Mauritania
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Nouakchott
Elevation 12 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 41.300000, 2.080000 18.100000, -15.950000

Barcelona (BCN) to Nouakchott (NKC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Barcelona International Airport (BCN) in Barcelona, Spain to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) in Nouakchott, Mauritania is 3,098 kilometers (1,925 miles / 1,673 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southwest at a heading of 219°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:20 in Barcelona, it's 20:20 in Nouakchott.

The return flight from Nouakchott (NKC) to Barcelona (BCN) follows a heading of 30° (north 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 Barcelona International Airport (BCN) and Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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