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Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport (NKC)
Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport is an international airport serving Nouakchott (Nouakchott Region), Mauritania. Its IATA code is NKC and its ICAO code is GQNO. It has 2 runways, the longest 3,400 m long.
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Airport facts
- IATA code
- NKC
- ICAO code
- GQNO
- City
- Nouakchott
- Region / province
- Nouakchott Region
- Country / territory
- Mauritania
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 18.3100° N, 15.9697° W
- Elevation
- 3 m (9 ft)
- Time zone
- Africa/Nouakchott (UTC)estimated from location
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 3,400 m (11,155 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 3,400 m11,155 ft | Concrete |
| 06/24 | 2,400 m7,875 ft | Concrete |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
12,808 km
Direct flight: ≈ 16 h 30 min
Hanoi (HAN)
12,302 km
Direct flight: ≈ 15 h 55 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
12,937 km
Direct flight: ≈ 16 h 40 min
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| ATIS (EN) | 127.700 MHz |
| ATIS (FR) | 126.600 MHz |
| SMC | 121.700 MHz |
| Tower TWR | 118.400 MHz |
Air freight to and from Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Nouakchott through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Mauritania
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nouadhibou International Airport | NDB | 312 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport?
The IATA code of Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport is NKC and its ICAO code is GQNO. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport located?
Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport is in Nouakchott, Nouakchott Region, Mauritania, at coordinates 18.3100° N, 15.9697° W and an elevation of 3 m (9 ft).
How far is Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 12,937 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 12,302 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 12,808 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 16 h 40 min.
How long is the runway at Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport?
The longest runway at Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport is 3,400 m (11,155 ft) long, with a concrete surface. The airport has 2 runways in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport (NKC) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.