Nouakchott International Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 13h 7m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Nouakchott International Airport
Nouakchott International Airport was an airport located in Nouakchott, the capital of Mauritania. It closed in June 2016 upon the opening of Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport, 25 kilometres (16 mi) north of the city. Until late 2010, the airport served as hub of Mauritania Airways.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 9,876 ft / 3,010 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | RDO | 667.300 MHz |
| INFO | INFO | 124.200 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.400 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTR NOUAKCHOTT / OUMTOUNSY | Class C | CTR | GND | 1969 ft GND |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Mauritania airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 23 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 20 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Nouakchott International Airport located?
Nouakchott International Airport is closed located in Nouakchott, Mauritania, at an elevation of 13 ft (4 m).
How many runways does Nouakchott International Airport have?
Nouakchott International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,876 ft / 3,010 m.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Nouakchott International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.