The flight distance from Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) in Nouakchott, Mauritania to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) in St Louis, United States is 7,430 kilometers (4,617 miles / 4,012 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.

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 Mauritania with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:06 in Nouakchott, it's 17:06 in St Louis. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from St Louis (STL) to Nouakchott (NKC) follows a heading of 85° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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