Douala to Gboko flights
Gboko lies 372 km (231 mi) north of Douala, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 14 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.
| Douala | Gboko | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Cameroon | Nigeria |
| Population | 1.3 million | 365,000 |
| Elevation | 19 m (62 ft) | 226 m (741 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Douala) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Nearest large airport | DLA, 5 km out | MDI, 60 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Gboko
Crossing from Cameroon into Nigeria: money changes from the Franc to the Naira (NGN); sockets are BS 1363, BS 546; the dialling code becomes +234; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648881.
Airports at each end
Leaving Douala
Douala is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Douala International Airport (DLA), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,350 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Gboko
Gboko is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Makurdi Airport (MDI), 60 km (37 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,830 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Makurdi Airport (regional) | MDI | 60 km (37 mi) | 9,830 ft | 371 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Gboko from Douala?
372 km (231 mi) in a straight line, north of Douala.
How long does it take to get from Douala to Gboko by air?
About 1 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Douala and Gboko?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Douala to Gboko flights?
Typically Douala International Airport (DLA) to Makurdi Airport (MDI).
What currency do I need in Gboko?
The Naira (NGN).
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.