Jos to Nsukka flights
Nsukka lies 379 km (236 mi) south-west 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 14 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 | Nsukka | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 1 million | 111,017 |
| Elevation | 1,186 m (3,891 ft) | 423 m (1,388 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Nearest large airport | JOS, 32 km out | ENU, 46 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 Nsukka
Nsukka is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Akanu Ibiam International Airport (ENU), 46 km (29 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,879 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akanu Ibiam International Airport | ENU | 46 km (29 mi) | 7,879 ft | 466 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Nsukka from Jos?
379 km (236 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Jos.
How long does it take to get from Jos to Nsukka by air?
About 1 h 14 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 Nsukka?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Which airports are used for Jos to Nsukka flights?
Typically Yakubu Gowon Airport (JOS) to Akanu Ibiam International Airport (ENU).
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.