Funtua to Onitsha flights
Onitsha lies 600 km (373 mi) south of Funtua, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 31 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.
| Funtua | Onitsha | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 136,811 | 1.6 million |
| Elevation | 709 m (2,326 ft) | 57 m (187 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Nearest large airport | KAD, 92 km out | ABB, 15 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Funtua
Funtua is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kaduna International Airport (KAD), 92 km (57 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Onitsha
Onitsha is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Asaba International Airport (ABB), 15 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 11,155-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Akanu Ibiam International Airport (ENU, 93 km), Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport (QOW, 93 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asaba International Airport | ABB | 15 km (9 mi) | 11,155 ft | 305 ft |
| Akanu Ibiam International Airport | ENU | 93 km (58 mi) | 7,879 ft | 466 ft |
| Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport (regional) | QOW | 93 km (58 mi) | 8,858 ft | 373 ft |
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Staying in Onitsha
Our booking partner lists 7 places to stay in Onitsha. Of the 6 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 Onitsha from Funtua?
600 km (373 mi) in a straight line, south of Funtua.
How long does it take to get from Funtua to Onitsha by air?
About 1 h 31 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Funtua and Onitsha?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Which airports are used for Funtua to Onitsha flights?
Typically Kaduna International Airport (KAD) to Asaba International Airport (ABB); Onitsha also has ENU, QOW.
Where can I stay in Onitsha?
Our booking partner lists 7 places to stay in Onitsha, 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 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.