Nouadhibou International Airport (GQPP)
Large airport · Nouadhibou, Dakhlet Nouadhibou Region, Mauritania
Airport data
| Name | Nouadhibou International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | GQPP |
| IATA | NDB |
| Elevation | 24 ft (7 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 20°55'57" W 17°1'49" 20.93240, -17.03020 |
| Location | Nouadhibou, Dakhlet Nouadhibou Region, Mauritania |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 7,961 ft (2427 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nouadhibou International Airport at a glance
Nouadhibou International Airport is a large airport in Nouadhibou, Dakhlet Nouadhibou Region, Mauritania, known to airline systems as NDB. The field elevation of 24 ft (7 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at GQPP are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 02/20, offers 7,961 ft (2427 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 02 points roughly 20° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for GQPP shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Nouadhibou International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport | GQNO | 312 km (168 NM) |
| Dakhla Airport | GMMH | 330 km (178 NM) |
| Atar International Airport | GQPA | 417 km (225 NM) |
| Tazadit Airport | GQPZ | 511 km (276 NM) |
| Saint Louis Airport | GOSS | 546 km (295 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Nouadhibou International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 24 ft field elevation of Nouadhibou International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 4 airports and airfields we list for Mauritania — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Nouadhibou International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Nouadhibou International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Nouadhibou International Airport is GQPP, and its IATA code is NDB. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Nouadhibou International Airport above sea level?
Nouadhibou International Airport sits at an elevation of 24 feet (7 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Nouadhibou International Airport located?
The airport lies at 20.9324, -17.0302 — in Nouadhibou, Dakhlet Nouadhibou Region, Mauritania, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport, about 312 km away.
Does GQPP publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for GQPP appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Nouadhibou International Airport?
Nouadhibou International Airport has one runway. The longest, 02/20, measures 7,961 ft (2427 m) with a ASP surface.