Ibadan to Gombe flights
Gombe lies 861 km (535 mi) north-east of Ibadan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 51 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.
| Ibadan | Gombe | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 3.6 million | 560,000 |
| Elevation | 181 m (594 ft) | 460 m (1,509 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Nearest large airport | IBA, 8 km out | GMO, 29 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Ibadan
Ibadan is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Ibadan Airport (IBA), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,875 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Gombe
Gombe is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Gombe Lawanti International Airport (GMO), 29 km (18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gombe Lawanti International Airport (regional) | GMO | 29 km (18 mi) | 10,827 ft | 1,590 ft |
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Staying in Gombe
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Gombe. Of the 5 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (2), and 2 are five-star.
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Common questions
How far is Gombe from Ibadan?
861 km (535 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Ibadan.
How long does it take to get from Ibadan to Gombe by air?
About 1 h 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ibadan and Gombe?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Which airports are used for Ibadan to Gombe flights?
Typically Ibadan Airport (IBA) to Gombe Lawanti International Airport (GMO).
Where can I stay in Gombe?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Gombe, 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.