Ibadan to Makurdi flights
Makurdi lies 510 km (317 mi) 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 24 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 | Makurdi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 3.6 million | 390,000 |
| Elevation | 181 m (594 ft) | 92 m (302 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Nearest large airport | IBA, 8 km out | MDI, 11 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 Makurdi
Makurdi is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Makurdi Airport (MDI), 11 km (7 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 | 11 km (7 mi) | 9,830 ft | 371 ft |
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Staying in Makurdi
Our booking partner lists 2 places to stay in Makurdi. Of the 2 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (2). Guests have left 1 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Makurdi from Ibadan?
510 km (317 mi) in a straight line, east of Ibadan.
How long does it take to get from Ibadan to Makurdi by air?
About 1 h 24 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 Makurdi?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Which airports are used for Ibadan to Makurdi flights?
Typically Ibadan Airport (IBA) to Makurdi Airport (MDI).
Where can I stay in Makurdi?
Our booking partner lists 2 places to stay in Makurdi, 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.