Lafia to Jos flights
Jos lies 165 km (102 mi) north of Lafia, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 58 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.
| Lafia | Jos | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 127,236 | 1 million |
| Elevation | 179 m (587 ft) | 1,186 m (3,891 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Nearest large airport | MDI, 89 km out | JOS, 32 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Lafia
Lafia is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Makurdi Airport (MDI), 89 km (55 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,830 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in 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.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yakubu Gowon Airport (regional) | JOS | 32 km (20 mi) | 9,845 ft | 4,232 ft |
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Staying in Jos
Our booking partner lists 39 places to stay in Jos. Of the 37 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (27), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 11 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Jos from Lafia?
165 km (102 mi) in a straight line, north of Lafia.
How long does it take to get from Lafia to Jos by air?
About 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lafia and Jos?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Which airports are used for Lafia to Jos flights?
Typically Makurdi Airport (MDI) to Yakubu Gowon Airport (JOS).
Where can I stay in Jos?
Our booking partner lists 39 places to stay in Jos, 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 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.