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Flights to Mauritania from the UK take around 7-12 hours (one or two-stop). Nouakchott is the main entry point, with Nouakchott-Oumtounsy International Airport (NKC) handling most international traffic.
Royal Air Maroc and Air France operate the most frequent services, typically routing through their respective hubs. Journey times vary based on connection length.
Visa required for UK citizens. Visa on arrival available at Nouakchott airport.
Nouakchott-Oumtounsy International Airport
Mauritania's main international gateway, opened in 2016. Located 25km north of the capital. Royal Air Maroc and Air France operate the main European connections.
Nouadhibou International Airport
Serves Mauritania's second city and fishing industry centre. Limited international flights from Casablanca.
Atar International Airport
Gateway to the Adrar region and Saharan attractions. Mainly domestic flights with seasonal charter services.
Royal Air Maroc
Air France
Turkish Airlines
Tunisair
Mauritania Airlines
Cool Season (November-February)
Best time to visit with temperatures 20-30°C. Desert nights can be cold. Peak season for Sahara expeditions.
Hot Season (March-October)
Extremely hot with temperatures exceeding 40°C. June-September brings occasional rain in the south. Not ideal for desert travel.
Shoulder Season (March, October)
Transitional months with manageable heat. Good for desert experiences at lower prices than peak season.
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