The flight distance from Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) in Curitiba, Brazil to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) in Nouakchott, Mauritania is 6,038 kilometers (3,752 miles / 3,260 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Brazil with Mauritania. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:02 in Curitiba, it's 07:02 in Nouakchott. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,975 feet between the two airports. Nouakchott International Airport sits lower than Afonso Pena Airport.

The return flight from Nouakchott (NKC) to Curitiba (CWB) follows a heading of 218° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) and Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.