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When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairo to Nouakchott?

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairo to Nouakchott flights are currently cheapest in May.

Cairo to Nouakchott: Alternative routes

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Cairo to Nouakchott: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$679
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Cairo to Nouakchott: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Cairo to Nouakchott is $678. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cairo to Nouakchott. But we found flights with one or more stops from $679.
There are no flights flying from Cairo to Nouakchott, as of April 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Nouakchott is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairo Airport to Nouakchott Airport on Monday, June 30, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cairo Airport and Nouakchott Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Nouakchott but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nouakchott is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air Algerie offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nouakchott.

Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Nouakchott is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Cairo.

  • Your CAI to NKC flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cairo International Airport to Nouakchott International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between CAI and NKC include:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Tunis-Carthage International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC)

  • $340 is the lowest price for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Nouakchott International Airport flight. Return flights start at $678. These prices may change based on demand and availability.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from CAI to NKC, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Cairo International Airport to Nouakchott International Airport.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CAI to NKC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cairo International Airport to Nouakchott International Airport.

Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • Of the departures from Cairo International Airport, 63.38% land on time at their destination.

  • Cairo International Airport is around 21 kilometers from central Cairo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Nouakchott International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to CAI:

Getting from Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) to central Nouakchott

  • From Nouakchott International Airport, Nouakchott is approximately 40 kilometers away. It takes around 55 minutes to reach the center by car.

When to fly to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC)

  • June is the most popular month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Nouakchott International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Nouakchott in April.

  • When booking your flight from Cairo International Airport to Nouakchott International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Nouakchott, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAI to NKC in January. Temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.

Explore more of Mauritania

  • Nouadhibou is just one of the many cities in Mauritania waiting to be explored once you've seen Nouakchott. Around 338 kilometers away to the north, its top attractions include Église de Nouadhibou, Nouadhibou boat cemetery and Mosquée Sunah مسجد السنه.

  • Any journey through Mauritania wouldn't feel complete without exploring Kaedi. Arifondé parc and Mosquée de Kaédi are among the highlights in this destination, which is about 338 kilometers south-east of Nouakchott.

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