Kano to Subulussalam flights
Subulussalam lies 9,877 km (6,137 mi) east of Kano, +6 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 13 h 25 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.
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| Kano | Subulussalam | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Indonesia |
| Population | 4.9 million | 105,553 |
| Elevation | 484 m (1,588 ft) | 29 m (95 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
| Nearest large airport | KAN, 5 km out | LSR, 81 km out |
Clocks in Subulussalam are 6 h ahead of Kano right now, so a 13 h 25 min journey lands 19 h 25 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Subulussalam
Crossing from Nigeria into Indonesia: money changes from the Naira to the Rupiah (IDR); traffic switches to the left; sockets are Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +62; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in Subulussalam
Subulussalam is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Alas Leuser Airport (LSR), 81 km (50 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 5,358 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alas Leuser Airport (regional) | LSR | 81 km (50 mi) | 5,358 ft | 419 ft |
One end has no runway over 10,000 ft, so at 9,877 km (6,137 mi) this pair is unlikely to be flown nonstop by a wide-body; expect a connection.
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Common questions
How far is Subulussalam from Kano?
9,877 km (6,137 mi) in a straight line, east of Kano.
How long does it take to get from Kano to Subulussalam by air?
About 13 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kano and Subulussalam?
Subulussalam is 6 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Jakarta against Africa/Lagos).
Which airports are used for Kano to Subulussalam flights?
Typically Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN) to Alas Leuser Airport (LSR).
What currency do I need in Subulussalam?
The Rupiah (IDR).
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.