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How far is Vadsø from Nouakchott?

The distance between Nouakchott (Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport) and Vadsø (Vadsø Airport) is 4049 miles / 6517 kilometers / 3519 nautical miles.

Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport – Vadsø Airport

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Distance from Nouakchott to Vadsø

There are several ways to calculate the distance from Nouakchott to Vadsø. Here are two standard methods:

Vincenty's formula (applied above)
  • 4049.270 miles
  • 6516.668 kilometers
  • 3518.719 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
  • 4049.201 miles
  • 6516.557 kilometers
  • 3518.660 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 Vadsø?

The estimated flight time from Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport to Vadsø Airport is 8 hours and 10 minutes.

Flight carbon footprint between Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport (NKC) and Vadsø Airport (VDS)

On average, flying from Nouakchott to Vadsø generates about 463 kg of CO2 per passenger, and 463 kilograms equals 1 020 pounds (lbs). The figures are estimates and include only the CO2 generated by burning jet fuel.

Map of flight path from Nouakchott to Vadsø

See the map of the shortest flight path between Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport (NKC) and Vadsø Airport (VDS).

Airport information

Origin Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport
City: Nouakchott
Country: Mauritania Flag of Mauritania
IATA Code: NKC
ICAO Code: GQNO
Coordinates: 18°18′36″N, 15°58′10″W
Destination Vadsø Airport
City: Vadsø
Country: Norway Flag of Norway
IATA Code: VDS
ICAO Code: ENVD
Coordinates: 70°3′55″N, 29°50′40″E