Jos to Maiduguri flights
Maiduguri lies 512 km (318 mi) north-east 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 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.
| Jos | Maiduguri | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 1 million | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 1,186 m (3,891 ft) | 325 m (1,066 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Nearest large airport | JOS, 32 km out | MIU, 8 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 Maiduguri
Maiduguri is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Maiduguri International Airport (MIU), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,846 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maiduguri International Airport | MIU | 8 km (5 mi) | 9,846 ft | 1,099 ft |
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Staying in Maiduguri
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Maiduguri. Of the 2 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (1).
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Common questions
How far is Maiduguri from Jos?
512 km (318 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Jos.
How long does it take to get from Jos to Maiduguri 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 Jos and Maiduguri?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Which airports are used for Jos to Maiduguri flights?
Typically Yakubu Gowon Airport (JOS) to Maiduguri International Airport (MIU).
Where can I stay in Maiduguri?
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Maiduguri, 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.