How far is Benin from Nouakchott?
The distance between Nouakchott (Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport) and Benin (Benin Airport) is 1672 miles / 2691 kilometers / 1453 nautical miles.
The driving distance from Nouakchott (NKC) to Benin (BNI) is 2286 miles / 3679 kilometers, and travel time by car is about 46 hours 15 minutes.
Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport – Benin Airport
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Distance from Nouakchott to Benin
There are several ways to calculate the distance from Nouakchott to Benin. Here are two standard methods:
Vincenty's formula (applied above)- 1671.824 miles
- 2690.540 kilometers
- 1452.775 nautical miles
Vincenty's formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points on the earth's surface using an ellipsoidal model of the planet.
Haversine formula- 1672.293 miles
- 2691.295 kilometers
- 1453.183 nautical miles
The haversine formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points assuming a spherical earth (great-circle distance – the shortest distance between two points).
How long does it take to fly from Nouakchott to Benin?
The estimated flight time from Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport to Benin Airport is 3 hours and 39 minutes.
What is the time difference between Nouakchott and Benin?
The time difference between Nouakchott and Benin is 1 hour. Benin is 1 hour ahead of Nouakchott.
Flight carbon footprint between Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport (NKC) and Benin Airport (BNI)
On average, flying from Nouakchott to Benin generates about 191 kg of CO2 per passenger, and 191 kilograms equals 420 pounds (lbs). The figures are estimates and include only the CO2 generated by burning jet fuel.
Map of flight path and driving directions from Nouakchott to Benin
See the map of the shortest flight path between Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport (NKC) and Benin Airport (BNI).
Airport information
| Origin | Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport |
|---|---|
| City: | Nouakchott |
| Country: | Mauritania  |
| IATA Code: | NKC |
| ICAO Code: | GQNO |
| Coordinates: | 18°18′36″N, 15°58′10″W |
| Destination | Benin Airport |
|---|---|
| City: | Benin |
| Country: | Nigeria  |
| IATA Code: | BNI |
| ICAO Code: | DNBE |
| Coordinates: | 6°19′1″N, 5°35′58″E |