Travelling from Nouakchott Airport (NKC) to Jeddah Airport (JED): what you need to know
The timezone in Jeddah is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of Nouakchott.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your NKC to JED flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like May. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Nouakchott Airport to Jeddah Airport. These are the top stopovers between NKC and JED:
Istanbul Airport
Mohammed V Airport
Tunis Carthage Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nouakchott Airport (NKC) to Jeddah Airport (JED)
At the moment, Rs185,960 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Nouakchott Airport to Jeddah Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs299,585. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from NKC to JED if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Nouakchott Airport to Jeddah Airport.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Nouakchott Airport to Jeddah Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Nouakchott Airport (NKC)
63% of flights taking off from Nouakchott Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Nouakchott Airport from central Nouakchott, it takes about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Nouakchott Airport to Jeddah Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near NKC:
Arriving at Jeddah Airport (JED)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Nouakchott Airport to Jeddah Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JED instead:
Grab a Jeddah Airport rental car and explore Jeddah and beyond with your own wheels. Final Rentals, Avis and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Jeddah Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Jeddah Airport (JED)
The quietest month for a flight from Nouakchott Airport to Jeddah Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Jeddah based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Nouakchott Airport to Jeddah Airport for July if you want to explore Jeddah during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 27ºC and 37ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NKC to JED in January. Temperatures average between 19ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered. Around 88 kilometres east of Jeddah, a visit to Mecca will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif.