Kano to Suleja flights
Suleja lies 346 km (215 mi) south-west of Kano, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 12 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.
| Kano | Suleja | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 4.9 million | 162,135 |
| Elevation | 484 m (1,588 ft) | 421 m (1,381 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Nearest large airport | KAN, 5 km out | ABV, 21 km out |
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 Suleja
Suleja is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV), 21 km (13 mi) from the centre, whose 11,842-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport | ABV | 21 km (13 mi) | 11,842 ft | 1,123 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Suleja from Kano?
346 km (215 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Kano.
How long does it take to get from Kano to Suleja by air?
About 1 h 12 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 Suleja?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kano to Suleja flights?
Typically Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN) to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV).
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.