Jos to Kano flights
Kano lies 234 km (145 mi) north of Jos, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 3 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.
| Jos | Kano | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 1 million | 4.9 million |
| Elevation | 1,186 m (3,891 ft) | 484 m (1,588 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Nearest large airport | JOS, 32 km out | KAN, 5 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Jos
Jos is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Yakubu Gowon Airport (JOS), 32 km (20 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,845 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Kano
Kano is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, whose 10,831-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport | KAN | 5 km (3 mi) | 10,831 ft | 1,562 ft |
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Staying in Kano
Our booking partner lists 66 places to stay in Kano. Of the 54 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (30). Guests have left 58 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kano from Jos?
234 km (145 mi) in a straight line, north of Jos.
How long does it take to get from Jos to Kano by air?
About 1 h 3 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jos and Kano?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Which airports are used for Jos to Kano flights?
Typically Yakubu Gowon Airport (JOS) to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN).
Where can I stay in Kano?
Our booking partner lists 66 places to stay in Kano, 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.