Bamako to Nouakchott flights
Nouakchott lies 1,052 km (654 mi) north-west of Bamako, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 6 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Bamako | Nouakchott | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mali | Mauritania |
| Population | 4.2 million | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 374 m (1,227 ft) | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Bamako) | UTC+0 (Africa/Nouakchott) |
| Nearest large airport | BKO, 9 km out | NKC, 25 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Nouakchott
Crossing from Mali into Mauritania: money changes from the Franc to the Ouguiya (MRU); sockets are Euro; the dialling code becomes +222; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794.
Airports at each end
Leaving Bamako
Bamako is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,498-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Nouakchott
Nouakchott is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport (NKC), 25 km (16 mi) from the centre, whose 11,155-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport | NKC | 25 km (16 mi) | 11,155 ft | 9 ft |
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Staying in Nouakchott
Our booking partner lists 92 places to stay in Nouakchott. Of the 54 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (26), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 1,405 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Nouakchott from Bamako?
1,052 km (654 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Bamako.
How long does it take to get from Bamako to Nouakchott by air?
About 2 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bamako and Nouakchott?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bamako to Nouakchott flights?
Typically Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO) to Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport (NKC).
What currency do I need in Nouakchott?
The Ouguiya (MRU).
Where can I stay in Nouakchott?
Our booking partner lists 92 places to stay in Nouakchott, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.