TMD · GQNH · Timbedra Airport

Timbedra Airport (TMD)

Timbedra, Mauritania · small airport · 16.234° -8.164° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeTMD
ICAO CodeGQNH
Typesmall airport
NameTimbedra Airport
MunicipalityTimbedra
CountryMauritania
ContinentAF
Latitude16.234° N
Longitude-8.164° W
Elevation692 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryMauritania
ISO Code
RegionTimbedra
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 TMD

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (16.2°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

Timbedra Airport serves the town of Timbédra in the Hodh Ech Chargui region of southeastern Mauritania, near the Malian border. As a small regional airfield, it primarily supports domestic connectivity and occasional humanitarian or charter flights serving the surrounding semi-arid Sahel region. The airport provides an important link for a remote area where road travel can be difficult, especially during the rainy season.

💡 Local Tip
Carry sufficient water, snacks, and sun protection, as services near the airport are minimal and the Sahelian climate can be extremely hot, especially from March through June.
🚖 Getting There

Ground transport from the airport to Timbédra town is typically arranged by private vehicle or 4x4, as the surrounding terrain can be sandy and remote. Shared taxis and local transport options may be available in town but are not guaranteed at the airport. Travelers heading to destinations across the border in Mali should plan for significant overland travel, as cross-border flight options are very limited.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the IATA code for Timbedra Airport?
A: The IATA code is TMD, and the ICAO code is GQNH.

Q: Is Timbedra Airport used for international flights?
A: It primarily handles domestic and regional flights, with occasional charter or humanitarian services.

Q: What facilities are available at the airport?
A: As a small regional airport, facilities are limited, so travelers should arrive prepared with essentials.

Q: When is the best time to fly to this region?
A: The dry season (roughly November to May) generally offers the most reliable flying conditions in this Sahelian area.
AI-generated content · Generated Jun 28, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

IATANameCity / CountryDistance (km)Distance (mi)Link
EMN Néma Airport Néma, Mauritania 100.1 km 62.2 mi View →
NRM Nara Airport Keibane, Mali 147.6 km 91.7 mi View →
AEO Aioun el Atrouss Airport Aioun El Atrouss, Mauritania 165.9 km 103.1 mi View →
NIX Nioro du Sahel Airport Nioro du Sahel, Mali 187.4 km 116.4 mi View →
THI Tichitt Airport Tichitt, Mauritania 282.1 km 175.3 mi View →

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