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Tamchakett Airport (THT)

Tamchakett, Mauritania · small airport · 17.232° -10.779° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeTHT
ICAO CodeGQNT
Typesmall airport
NameTamchakett Airport
MunicipalityTamchakett
CountryMauritania
ContinentAF
Latitude17.232° N
Longitude-10.779° W
Elevation620 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryMauritania
ISO Code
RegionTamchakett
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Nouakchott
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+0
DST OffsetUTC+0
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving THT

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (17.2°N)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Tamchakett Airport (IATA: THT, ICAO: GQNT) is a small domestic airfield serving Tamchakett, a town in southern Mauritania's Hodh El Gharbi region. It provides basic access to this remote Sahelian community and is used mainly for light aircraft and occasional charter or humanitarian flights. Travelers should expect minimal infrastructure and verify current operations before planning a trip.

💡 Local Tip
Confirm your flight the day before and keep a flexible backup plan via Kiffa or Néma, as small Mauritanian airfields often experience schedule changes or cancellations.
🚖 Getting There

The airport is close to Tamchakett town, but public transport is scarce, so arrange a taxi or private pickup in advance. Road conditions can be rough, especially during the rainy season, and travel times may be longer than expected. If you are arriving on a charter or irregular flight, confirm your return transfer before departure.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the airport codes for Tamchakett Airport?
A: The IATA code is THT and the ICAO code is GQNT.

Q: Where is Tamchakett Airport located?
A: It is located near Tamchakett in southern Mauritania, in the Hodh El Gharbi region.

Q: Are there scheduled passenger flights from Tamchakett Airport?
A: Scheduled service is limited or irregular; check with local airlines, charter operators, or Mauritania's civil aviation authorities for current flights.

Q: What facilities are available at the airport?
A: Facilities are basic, with limited passenger services. Bring essentials such as water, sun protection, and cash, and do not rely on food or shops at the airfield.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 27, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

IATANameCity / CountryDistance (km)Distance (mi)Link
KFA Kiffa Airport Kiffa, Mauritania 97.7 km 60.7 mi View →
AEO Aioun el Atrouss Airport Aioun El Atrouss, Mauritania 134.5 km 83.6 mi View →
TIY Tidjikja Airport Tidjikja, Mauritania 163.7 km 101.7 mi View →
THI Tichitt Airport Tichitt, Mauritania 191.3 km 118.9 mi View →
MOM Letfotar Airport Moudjeria, Mauritania 191.4 km 118.9 mi View →

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