Benin City to Ijero-Ekiti flights
Ijero-Ekiti lies 175 km (109 mi) north of Benin City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 58 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.
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| Benin City | Ijero-Ekiti | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 1.8 million | 167,632 |
| Elevation | 88 m (289 ft) | 491 m (1,611 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Nearest large airport | BNI, 4 km out | ILR, 94 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Benin City
Benin City is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Benin Airport (BNI), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,870 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Warri Airport (QRW, 85 km).
Arriving in Ijero-Ekiti
Ijero-Ekiti is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport (ILR), 94 km (58 mi) from the centre, whose 10,169-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Akure Airport (AKR, 68 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport | ILR | 94 km (58 mi) | 10,169 ft | 1,126 ft |
| Akure Airport (regional) | AKR | 68 km (42 mi) | 9,195 ft | 1,100 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Ijero-Ekiti from Benin City?
175 km (109 mi) in a straight line, north of Benin City.
How long does it take to get from Benin City to Ijero-Ekiti by air?
About 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Benin City and Ijero-Ekiti?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Which airports are used for Benin City to Ijero-Ekiti flights?
Typically Benin Airport (BNI) to General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport (ILR); Ijero-Ekiti also has AKR.
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.