Abuja to Maroua flights
Maroua lies 766 km (476 mi) east 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 | Maroua | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Cameroon |
| Population | 2.7 million | 314,122 |
| Elevation | 476 m (1,562 ft) | 406 m (1,332 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Douala) |
| Nearest large airport | ABV, 26 km out | MVR, 17 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Maroua
Crossing from Nigeria into Cameroon: money changes from the Naira to the Franc (XAF); sockets are Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +237; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
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 Maroua
Maroua is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Salak Airport (MVR), 17 km (11 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,890 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salak Airport (regional) | MVR | 17 km (11 mi) | 6,890 ft | 1,390 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Maroua from Abuja?
766 km (476 mi) in a straight line, east of Abuja.
How long does it take to get from Abuja to Maroua 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 Maroua?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Abuja to Maroua flights?
Typically Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Salak Airport (MVR).
What currency do I need in Maroua?
The Franc (XAF).
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.