Flying from Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) to Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN): what you need to know
The timezone in Tunis Carthage is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Nouakchott.
Your NKC to TUN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Flying into Tunis Carthage (and then exploring more of Tunisia!) is easy with Mauritania Airlines International. This popular airline has direct flights from Nouakchott International Airport to Tunis-Carthage International Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Mauritania Airlines International on this route.
Tunisair is the most punctual carrier operating NKC to TUN flights, with 71.43% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Nouakchott International Airport to Tunis-Carthage International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between NKC and TUN include:
Mohamed V International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) to Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)
Right now, Rs85,815 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Nouakchott International Airport to Tunis-Carthage International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs128,505. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from NKC to TUN, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Nouakchott International Airport to Tunis-Carthage International Airport.
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Handy information about Nouakchott International Airport (NKC)
58.12% of flights that depart Nouakchott International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Nouakchott International Airport from central Nouakchott, it takes about 55 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Arriving at Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Nouakchott International Airport to Tunis-Carthage International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near TUN instead:
Pick up a Tunis-Carthage International Airport rental car and discover Tunis Carthage and beyond with your own set of wheels. SGF, Budget and OtoQ are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Tunis-Carthage International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN) to central Tunis Carthage
Tunis-Carthage International Airport to central Tunis Carthage has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When to fly to Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Nouakchott International Airport to Tunis-Carthage International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Tunis Carthage. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Nouakchott International Airport to Tunis-Carthage International Airport for July if you want to visit Tunis Carthage during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 38ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NKC to TUN in February. Temperatures average between 6ºC and 18ºC then.
Explore more of Tunisia
Sousse is just one of the many cities in Tunisia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Tunis Carthage. Around 121 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Samara Beach, Blaset chaab and Rond Point Cléopâtre.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Tunisia, consider Kairouan, about 137 kilometres south of Tunis Carthage. DAR EL MRABET Maison Musée, Parc Siouri (détente promenade loisir) and Conservatoire are key reasons to visit.