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Flight deals from Nouakchott Airport to Istanbul Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nouakchott Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM2,087. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.RM2,087 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb, returning Thu, 12 Feb.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 12 Feb, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,087, select.
Istanbul.RM2,517 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar, returning Wed, 11 Mar.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,517, select.
Istanbul.RM2,521 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct, returning Thu, 15 Oct.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,521, select.
Istanbul.RM2,594 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Feb, returning Sat, 7 Mar.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 7 Mar, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,594, select.
Istanbul.RM2,605 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 May, returning Mon, 25 May.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,605, select.
Istanbul.RM2,636 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar, returning Thu, 16 Apr.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,636, select.
Istanbul.RM2,718 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Sat, 19 Sep.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,718, select.
Istanbul.RM2,743 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun, returning Tue, 23 Jun.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Nouakchott on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Nouakchott.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,743, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nouakchott to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nouakchott to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in February.
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Feb
from RM2,078
Mar
from RM2,506
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May
from RM2,593
Jun
from RM2,731
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Sep
from RM2,706
Oct
from RM2,510
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Nouakchott to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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Nouakchott to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM2,087
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time6 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from Nouakchott to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nouakchott to Istanbul is RM2,078. 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.
6 hours and 36 minutes is the average flight time from Nouakchott to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Nouakchott to Istanbul.
As of January 2026, there are 7 flights per week flying from Nouakchott to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Nouakchott to Istanbul is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nouakchott Airport to Istanbul Airport on Thursday, 5 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 36 minutes.
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 Istanbul 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 Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Royal Air Maroc and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Nouakchott International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 45 minutes.

  • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul three hours ahead of Nouakchott.

  • Flights from NKC to IST start at 09:35 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 21:00 with Turkish Airlines. Overall, there are seven weekly Nouakchott International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.

  • Your NKC to IST flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Flying during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Nouakchott International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if you have time.

  • Turkish Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Nouakchott International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. These are the top stopovers between NKC and IST:

    • Mohamed V International Airport

    • Blaise Diagne International Airport

    • Tunis-Carthage International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • RM1,628 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Nouakchott International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Return flights start from RM2,087. These fares can change based on demand.

  • Score cheap tickets from NKC to IST by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Nouakchott International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from NKC to IST by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

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

Handy information about Nouakchott International Airport (NKC)

  • 58.12% of flights taking off from Nouakchott International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • Nouakchott International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Nouakchott. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Nouakchott International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Nouakchott International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Lock in your flight from Nouakchott International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you'd like to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NKC to IST in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Izmir is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without experiencing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

Plan the rest of your trip from Nouakchott to Istanbul

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