Direct flights from Nouakchott International Airport

Nouakchott, Mauritania - General Information

General Info Nouakchott (Arabic: nwkshw, Berber: nwkshw) is the capital and most populous city in Mauritanian and also known as "Place of Winds".

Nouakchott International Airport, situated on the outskirts of Nouakchott city, serves many international flights into and out of Mauritania. Numerous airlines - Tunisair, Air Algerie, Turkish Airlines and Mauritanian Airlines International among them - operate out of this airport.

Flights between Nouakchott and Dakar and Casablanca are among the most frequently taken from this airport, and you can book them through Cleartrip online.

Lodging: Lodging options vary widely throughout the city and include hotels of varying facilities and prices, with some of the finest including Hotel Halima, Mouna and Auberge JMC for luxurious stays. There are also budget guesthouses and youth hostels for visitors looking for less extravagant lodging solutions.

Food and Beverage: The city boasts numerous restaurants offering an array of cuisines. Most specialize in pizza, burgers and sandwiches while there are some gems with steak, brochettes and seafood dishes as well.

Shopping: Markets offer an excellent place to find local products and souvenirs, with the Marche Capitale and Marche Sixieme being great places to start your search for these. Additionally, Camel Market provides unique nomadic goods like rugs.

Nouakchott is an engaging city offering numerous cultural institutions, museums, and music festivals. Additionally, it makes for an excellent base to explore its beautiful beaches or take part in water-sport activities such as surf casting or fishing.