Nouakchott to Gran Canaria Island (NKC–LPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
NKC–LPA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Binter Canarias leads the route. The flight covers 666 miles in approximately 2h 6m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NT Binter Canarias Also: IB | 5 | 295 | 2h27 | – | – | IB |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Gran Canaria Island from Nouakchott
| Metric | NKC→LPA | NDB→LPA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from NKC | – | 194 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 10 | 2 |
| Flight time | 2h 6m | 1h 20m |
Travel Essentials
NKC: GMT · LPA: WEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Nouakchott, it's 7:00 PM in Gran Canaria Island.
Global bus Line 60 to Las Palmas costs €2.95 and takes 25–30 minutes. Line 66 serves Maspalomas and the southern resort strip (€4.35, 40–50 min). Buses stop at the terminal forecourt.
Taxis to Las Palmas center: €25–35. To Maspalomas: €30–40. To Puerto Rico or Mogán: €40–55. All major rental car companies operate from LPA with desks in arrivals. The GC-1 motorway provides fast access in both directions.
Warm subtropical climate, similar to TFS but with more moisture due to the island's eastern exposure. Gran Canaria is nicknamed the "Continent in Miniature." The north is wetter and cooler; the south is sunnier and drier. The airport sits on the east coast. Temperatures year-round are 18–27°C with modest seasonal variation.
The main disruption risk is the Calima, a hot dusty wind from the Sahara that reduces visibility. It occurs primarily in late January–February and July–August. The airport handles this well, but diversions to Tenerife North occasionally happen during severe events.
NKC–LPA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from NKC to LPA
Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport (NKC) and Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) are connected by nonstop service from Binter Canarias. With 10 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
NKC to LPA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from NKC to LPA is about 2 hours 6 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 666 miles (1,072 km). There are approximately 10 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Mohammed V. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Nouadhibou (NDB).