Maiduguri to N'Djamena flights
N'Djamena lies 207 km (129 mi) east of Maiduguri, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 1 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.
| Maiduguri | N'Djamena | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Chad |
| Population | 1.1 million | 1.4 million |
| Elevation | 325 m (1,066 ft) | 299 m (981 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Ndjamena) |
| Nearest large airport | MIU, 8 km out | NDJ, 3 km out |
What changes when you arrive in N'Djamena
Crossing from Nigeria into Chad: money changes from the Naira to the Franc (XAF); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, Euro, Schuko, Type E; the dialling code becomes +235; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648842 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648843.
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in N'Djamena
N'Djamena is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is N'Djamena International Airport (NDJ), 3 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,186 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N'Djamena International Airport | NDJ | 3 km (2 mi) | 9,186 ft | 968 ft |
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Common questions
How far is N'Djamena from Maiduguri?
207 km (129 mi) in a straight line, east of Maiduguri.
How long does it take to get from Maiduguri to N'Djamena by air?
About 1 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Maiduguri and N'Djamena?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Maiduguri to N'Djamena flights?
Typically Maiduguri International Airport (MIU) to N'Djamena International Airport (NDJ).
What currency do I need in N'Djamena?
The Franc (XAF).
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.