Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport (NKC)
Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport is a large airport in Nouakchott, Mauritania. It has IATA code NKC and ICAO code GQNO.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| IATA code | NKC |
| ICAO code | GQNO |
| Airport name | Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport |
| Type | large airport |
| City / municipality | Nouakchott |
| Country | Mauritania |
| Region | Nouakchott Region |
| Coordinates | 18.31, -15.969722 |
| Elevation | 9 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Length | Length (m) | Surface | Lighted | Designator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11155 ft | 3,400 m | concrete | Yes | 16 |
| 7875 ft | 2,400 m | concrete | Yes | 06 |
Location
Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport sits at latitude 18.31, longitude -15.969722 at an elevation of 9 ft in Nouakchott Region, Mauritania. The coordinates above can be pasted directly into a map service.
Nearby airports
OTL — Boutilimit Airport 159 km · BoutilimitPOD — Podor Airport 210 km · PodorRDT — Richard Toll Airport 211 km · Richard TollAJJ — Akjoujt Airport 230 km · AkjoujtXLS — Saint Louis Airport 257 km · Saint LouisBGH — Abbaye Airport 265 km · Boghe
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport?
Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport uses IATA code NKC and ICAO code GQNO.
Where is Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport?
Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport is located in Nouakchott, Mauritania, at 18.31, -15.969722.
What is the difference between IATA and ICAO codes?
IATA codes are the three-letter passenger-facing codes printed on tickets; ICAO codes are the four-letter codes used for flight planning and air traffic control.