Nouakchott to Ziguinchor flights
Ziguinchor lies 614 km (382 mi) south of Nouakchott, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 32 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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| Nouakchott | Ziguinchor | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mauritania | Senegal |
| Population | 1.2 million | 214,874 |
| Elevation | 10 m (33 ft) | 19 m (62 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Nouakchott) | UTC+0 (Africa/Dakar) |
| Nearest large airport | NKC, 25 km out | BJL, 95 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Ziguinchor
Crossing from Mauritania into Senegal: money changes from the Ouguiya to the Franc (XOF); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, Euro, Type E, Type K; the dialling code becomes +221; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648842 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648843.
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in Ziguinchor
Ziguinchor is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Banjul International Airport (BJL), 95 km (59 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Ziguinchor Airport (ZIG, 2 km), Cap Skirring Airport (CSK, 55 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banjul International Airport | BJL | 95 km (59 mi) | 11,811 ft | 95 ft |
| Ziguinchor Airport (regional) | ZIG | 2 km (1 mi) | 5,069 ft | 75 ft |
| Cap Skirring Airport (regional) | CSK | 55 km (34 mi) | 6,573 ft | 52 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Ziguinchor from Nouakchott?
614 km (382 mi) in a straight line, south of Nouakchott.
How long does it take to get from Nouakchott to Ziguinchor by air?
About 1 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nouakchott and Ziguinchor?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Nouakchott to Ziguinchor flights?
Typically Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport (NKC) to Banjul International Airport (BJL); Ziguinchor also has ZIG, CSK.
What currency do I need in Ziguinchor?
The Franc (XOF).
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.