Abuja to Niamey flights
Niamey lies 768 km (477 mi) north-west of Abuja, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 44 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Abuja | Niamey | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Niger |
| Population | 2.7 million | 1.3 million |
| Elevation | 476 m (1,562 ft) | 206 m (676 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Niamey) |
| Nearest large airport | ABV, 26 km out | NIM, 9 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Niamey
Crossing from Nigeria into Niger: money changes from the Naira to the Franc (XOF); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, Euro, NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15, Schuko, Type E; the dialling code becomes +227; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648842 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648843.
Airports at each end
Leaving Abuja
Abuja is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV), 26 km (16 mi) from the centre, whose 11,842-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Niamey
Niamey is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Diori Hamani International Airport (NIM), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,499-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diori Hamani International Airport | NIM | 9 km (6 mi) | 10,499 ft | 732 ft |
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Staying in Niamey
Our booking partner lists 16 places to stay in Niamey. Of the 13 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (6), and 2 are five-star. Guests have left 370 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Niamey from Abuja?
768 km (477 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Abuja.
How long does it take to get from Abuja to Niamey by air?
About 1 h 44 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Abuja and Niamey?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Abuja to Niamey flights?
Typically Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Diori Hamani International Airport (NIM).
What currency do I need in Niamey?
The Franc (XOF).
Where can I stay in Niamey?
Our booking partner lists 16 places to stay in Niamey, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.