Malabo to Port Harcourt flights
Port Harcourt lies 227 km (141 mi) north-west of Malabo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 2 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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| Malabo | Port Harcourt | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Equatorial Guinea | Nigeria |
| Population | 155,963 | 2.1 million |
| Elevation | 34 m (112 ft) | 16 m (52 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Malabo) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Nearest large airport | SSG, 8 km out | PHC, 27 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Port Harcourt
Crossing from Equatorial Guinea into Nigeria: money changes from the Franc to the Naira (NGN); sockets are BS 1363, BS 546; the dialling code becomes +234; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648881.
Airports at each end
Leaving Malabo
Malabo is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Malabo International Airport (SSG), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,647 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Port Harcourt
Port Harcourt is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC), 27 km (17 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Port Harcourt City Airport / Port Harcourt Air Force Base (PHG, 8 km), Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport (QOW, 75 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port Harcourt International Airport | PHC | 27 km (17 mi) | 9,843 ft | 87 ft |
| Port Harcourt City Airport / Port Harcourt Air Force Base (regional) | PHG | 8 km (5 mi) | 6,923 ft | 57 ft |
| Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport (regional) | QOW | 75 km (47 mi) | 8,858 ft | 373 ft |
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Staying in Port Harcourt
Our booking partner lists 272 places to stay in Port Harcourt. Of the 227 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (152), and 8 are five-star. Guests have left 1,007 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Port Harcourt from Malabo?
227 km (141 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Malabo.
How long does it take to get from Malabo to Port Harcourt by air?
About 1 h 2 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Malabo and Port Harcourt?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Malabo to Port Harcourt flights?
Typically Malabo International Airport (SSG) to Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC); Port Harcourt also has PHG, QOW.
What currency do I need in Port Harcourt?
The Naira (NGN).
Where can I stay in Port Harcourt?
Our booking partner lists 272 places to stay in Port Harcourt, 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.