How to find cheap flights from Shanghai to Mauritania
The cheapest return flight from Shanghai to Mauritania is currently ر.ق. 5,170.
You'll be travelling from Shanghai into Nouakchott in Nouakchott with that fare.
A one-way ticket starts at ر.ق. 2,527.
Why not let the lowest fares decide where you jet off to next? Select 'Mauritania' in the 'To' field to find the best deals by city.
There are two international airports in Mauritania you can fly into.
Select 'Add nearby airports' to expand your search and compare prices across all airports close to both your departure and destination cities.
Get the flight you want at the price you want by booking in advance. Leave it too late and you might have to compromise on airline, cost or timing.
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Best time to fly from Shanghai to Mauritania
If you're watching what you spend, October is typically the cheapest month to catch a flight from Shanghai to Mauritania.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays are often the most affordable days to fly in general, with fares coming in lower during the quieter midweek period.
June, September and December are the busiest months to travel to Mauritania. June comes out on top, making it the perfect time to visit if you want everything open and buzzing.
Alternatively, avoid the busiest travel periods by searching for flights in May, July and August. Out of these low season months, May is the quietest.
Popular places to visit in Mauritania
Nouakchott
Nouakchott is a leading destination for Shanghai to Mauritania flights. Terjit Oasis, Koumbi Saleh and Mauritanian National Museum are unmissable stops for first-time visitors.
Flying into Nouakchott typically means landing at Nouakchott Airport (NKC).
When you're ready to find a place to lay your head, explore the selection of hotels in Nouakchott.
Nouadhibou
French colonial fort is one of the first things you'll want to make time for in this Dakhlet Nouadhibou Region city.
Nouadhibou Airport (NDB) is the city's main airport.
With your airfare locked in, you can begin searching for the right stay among the hotels in Nouadhibou.
Zouerate
Zouerate Airport (OUZ) is the city's main airport, with routes connecting it to major destinations across the region and beyond.
From short stays to longer trips, hotels in Zouerate cater to all types of styles and budgets.
Visiting Mauritania for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can vary depending on your passport, travel plans and length of stay, so double-check before you travel. Official embassy sites and airlines will have the most recent advice on visas or other documents you may need.
The population of Mauritania is about 5.3 million. Nouakchott is the capital.
You won't have to adjust your watch while travelling through this destination, with one standard time zone of UTC+0 inches place.
Choose the season that matches how you like to explore, whether that's hotter, cooler or somewhere in between. June is one of the warmest months in Mauritania.
Plan your trip for sometime around January if you prefer cooler conditions.
September is usually the rainiest month, while January is the driest.
The Festival of Heritage Cities, the Nouakchott International Festival and the Festival of the Sahara are some of the major events here. Think about booking your Shanghai to Mauritania flight around moments like these for a travel experience beyond the ordinary.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
Found that cheap flight from Shanghai to Mauritania? Now work out where you'll stay and how you'll get around. Check out the range of hotels in Mauritania and filter your search by price, location and more. You can also browse car rental options in Mauritania and choose from pickup points in cities or at airports.
