SEY · GQNS · Sélibaby Airport

Sélibaby Airport (SEY)

Sélibaby, Mauritania · small airport · 15.180° -12.207° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeSEY
ICAO CodeGQNS
Typesmall airport
NameSélibaby Airport
MunicipalitySélibaby
CountryMauritania
ContinentAF
Latitude15.180° N
Longitude-12.207° W
Elevation219 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score150
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryMauritania
ISO Code
RegionSélibaby
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 SEY

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (15.2°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

Sélibaby Airport (SEY/GQNS) is a small regional airport serving Sélibaby, the capital of Mauritania's Guidimaka Region in the country's southern agricultural belt near the Senegal River border. The airport primarily handles light aircraft and occasional domestic flights, supporting the regional community in an area known for its farming and proximity to Senegal. It functions as a modest but vital transport link for this remote part of southern Mauritania.

💡 Local Tip
Carry cash in Mauritanian ouguiya (MRU), as ATMs are scarce in Sélibaby and many local businesses, including taxi drivers, do not accept cards.
🚖 Getting There

Ground transportation from the airport is typically arranged through local taxis or hotel pickups, as there is no formal public transit serving the terminal. The airport is located a short distance from the town center, making transfers relatively quick. Travelers should arrange return transport in advance, as options outside of peak hours can be limited.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the IATA code for Sélibaby Airport?
A: The IATA code is SEY, and the ICAO code is GQNS.

Q: Does Sélibaby Airport have scheduled commercial flights?
A: Scheduled commercial service is extremely limited or infrequent, as the airport primarily serves general aviation and occasional charter or regional flights.

Q: Where is Sélibaby located?
A: Sélibaby is in southern Mauritania, in the Guidimaka Region, near the Senegal River and the border with Senegal.

Q: Is the airport suitable for large aircraft?
A: No, the airport is classified as small and is best suited for light aircraft and regional turboprops.
AI-generated content · Generated Jun 26, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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MAX Ouro Sogui Airport Ouro Sogui, Senegal 128.1 km 79.6 mi View →
EYL Yélimané Airport Yélimané, Mali 175.7 km 109.2 mi View →
KED Kaédi Airport Kaédi, Mauritania 176.8 km 109.8 mi View →

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