Abidjan to Bouaké flights
Bouaké lies 284 km (176 mi) north-west of Abidjan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 7 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.
| Abidjan | Bouaké | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ivory Coast | Ivory Coast |
| Population | 6.3 million | 832,371 |
| Elevation | 50 m (164 ft) | 339 m (1,112 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Abidjan) | UTC+0 (Africa/Abidjan) |
| Nearest large airport | ABJ, 13 km out | BYK, 7 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Abidjan
Abidjan is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (ABJ), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Bouaké
Bouaké is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Bouaké Airport (BYK), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 10,827-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bouaké Airport (regional) | BYK | 7 km (4 mi) | 10,827 ft | 1,230 ft |
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Staying in Bouaké
Our booking partner lists 10 places to stay in Bouake. Of the 10 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (5). Guests have left 2 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Bouaké from Abidjan?
284 km (176 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Abidjan.
How long does it take to get from Abidjan to Bouaké by air?
About 1 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Abidjan and Bouaké?
No, both are on Africa/Abidjan at the moment.
Which airports are used for Abidjan to Bouaké flights?
Typically Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (ABJ) to Bouaké Airport (BYK).
Where can I stay in Bouaké?
Our booking partner lists 10 places to stay in Bouake, 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.