Travelling from New York to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC): what you need to know
When looking for a flight from New York to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC), there's a good selection of airports you can take off from. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are among New York's main options.
The timezone in Nouakchott is UTC+0, which is 4 hours ahead of New York. Nouakchott International Airport is located in Nouakchott.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to NKC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Peak months like August or holiday times such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Whether you'd prefer to visit a new place along the way or just have a break, we make it a cinch to find a flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is a stop you can make on your flight from New York to NKC.
From central New York, EWR is approximately 24 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Need a handy hotel close to Newark Liberty International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from New York to Nouakchott International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Break up your flight from New York to Nouakchott International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between John F. Kennedy International Airport and NKC include:
Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
JFK is about 48 kilometres from central New York. It'll take 48 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from New York to NKC, unwind in one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Getting from Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) to central Nouakchott
From Nouakchott International Airport, Nouakchott is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 54 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC)
P40,595 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from New York to Nouakchott International Airport. Return flights start from P59,112. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from New York to NKC if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare the prices of tickets from New York to Nouakchott International Airport across the month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, so you can easily choose a flight that fits your budget.
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The best time to fly from New York to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC)
June is the busiest month for flights from New York to Nouakchott International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Nouakchott in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Nouakchott is October, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from New York to NKC in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from New York to Nouakchott International Airport in January when temperatures average between 15ºC and 31ºC.
More about Nouakchott
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Nouakchott right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from New York to Nouakchott International Airport:
Saudi mosque and Port de Pêche are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Nouakchott must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Teghenyats Monastery.
Complete your Nouakchott trip with a car rental
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