Travelling from Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
Jeddah's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Jeddah three hours ahead of Nouakchott.
Your NKC to JED flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Nouakchott International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between NKC and JED include:
Mohamed V International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Tunis-Carthage International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Nouakchott International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight is $819. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $1,348. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from NKC to JED, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Nouakchott International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Nouakchott International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Nouakchott International Airport (NKC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Nouakchott International Airport, 58.12% of flights complete their journey on time.
Nouakchott International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Nouakchott. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Nouakchott International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JED instead:
Grab a King Abdulaziz International Airport rental car and explore Jeddah and beyond with your own set of wheels. Final Rentals, Avis and Budget are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from King Abdulaziz International Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
King Abdulaziz International Airport to central Jeddah has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Nouakchott International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Jeddah. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Jeddah is July, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Nouakchott International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NKC to JED in January. Temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Mecca is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored after you've seen Jeddah. Around 88 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.
If you want to check out another major stop in Saudi Arabia, head for Yanbu, about 306 kilometres north of Jeddah. Yanbu Corniche, Yanbu Lakes and Yanbu Historic Area are key highlights.
