THT · GQNT · Tamchakett Airport

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 (THT/GQNT) is a small regional airport serving the town of Tamchakett in the Hodh Ech Chargui region of southeastern Mauritania, near the border with Mali. The facility primarily supports domestic connectivity for this remote Sahelian community, where road infrastructure is limited. It functions as a vital link for government operations, humanitarian missions, and limited passenger traffic in the region.

💡 Local Tip
Carry plenty of water and sun protection when traveling through Tamchakett—the area experiences extremely hot, dry Sahelian climate conditions year-round, and amenities at the airport are minimal.
🚖 Getting There

Getting to and from Tamchakett Airport typically requires a pre-arranged 4x4 vehicle, as roads in this remote region can be unpaved and sandy. The airport is located near the town center, so transfer times are generally short once you arrive. There is no public transport serving the airport, so coordinating ground transport through your hotel or a local contact is essential.

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

Q: Where is Tamchakett Airport located?
A: It is located in the town of Tamchakett in southeastern Mauritania, close to the Mali border, at coordinates approximately 17.232°N, 10.779°W.

Q: What type of airport is Tamchakett?
A: It is classified as a small regional airport serving limited domestic flights and charter operations.

Q: Are there scheduled commercial flights to Tamchakett?
A: Scheduled service is limited or irregular; travelers should confirm current flight availability with regional carriers operating in Mauritania.
AI-generated content · Generated Jun 28, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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TIY Tidjikja Airport Tidjikja, Mauritania 163.7 km 101.7 mi View →
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