The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) in Nouakchott, Mauritania is 6,172 kilometers (3,835 miles / 3,333 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 293°.

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 Kenya with Mauritania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:25 in Nairobi, it's 19:25 in Nouakchott. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,317 feet between the two airports. Nouakchott International Airport sits lower than Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nouakchott (NKC) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 105° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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