Flying from Nouakchott Airport (NKC) to Tunis Carthage Airport (TUN): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Nouakchott Airport to Tunis Carthage Airport.
The timezone in Tunis Carthage is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Nouakchott.
Every week, there are six Nouakchott Airport to Tunis Carthage Airport flights. If you want to take off as early as possible, take the 07:00 Mauritania Airlines International flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 23:45 with Tunisair.
To ensure you catch your NKC to TUN flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Traveling during a peak time such as May? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Mauritania Airlines is your ticket to exploring Tunis Carthage (and perhaps some other great corners of Tunisia!). Browse the direct flights from Nouakchott Airport to Tunis Carthage Airport offered by this airline.
Most travelers choose to travel with Mauritania Airlines on this route.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for NKC to TUN flights is Tunisair.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Nouakchott Airport to Tunis Carthage Airport. Here are the top stopovers between NKC and TUN:
Istanbul Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Mohammed V Airport
Handy information about Nouakchott Airport (NKC)
Of the departures from Nouakchott Airport, 63% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Nouakchott Airport from central Nouakchott, it takes around 35 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 26 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near NKC. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Nouakchott Airport to Tunis Carthage Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Tunis Carthage Airport (TUN)
If you have a late Nouakchott Airport to Tunis Carthage Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near TUN:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Tunis Carthage Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from SGF, Budget or OtoQ and explore beyond Tunis Carthage's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Tunis Carthage Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Tunis Carthage Airport (TUN) to central Tunis Carthage
Tunis Carthage Airport to the center of Tunis Carthage has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometers away.
Traveling to the center on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Tunis Carthage Airport (TUN)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Nouakchott Airport to Tunis Carthage Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Tunis Carthage. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Nouakchott Airport to Tunis Carthage Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Tunis Carthage, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Search for cheap tickets from NKC to TUN sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Tunisia
Sousse is just one of the many cities in Tunisia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Tunis Carthage. Around 121 kilometers away to the south, its best attractions include Grande Mosque, Medina of Sousse and Samara Beach.
Around 137 kilometers south of Tunis Carthage, Kairouan is another favorite stop in Tunisia. Start your sightseeing at Kairouan Grand Mosque, Route el Djem and Minaret of the Great Mosque of Kairouan.
