Maroua to Zaria flights
Zaria lies 722 km (449 mi) west of Maroua, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 41 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.
| Maroua | Zaria | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Cameroon | Nigeria |
| Population | 314,122 | 980,000 |
| Elevation | 406 m (1,332 ft) | 644 m (2,113 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Douala) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Nearest large airport | MVR, 17 km out | KAD, 64 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Zaria
Crossing from Cameroon 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 Maroua
Maroua is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Salak Airport (MVR), 17 km (11 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,890 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Zaria
Zaria is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kaduna International Airport (KAD), 64 km (40 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaduna International Airport | KAD | 64 km (40 mi) | 9,843 ft | 2,073 ft |
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Staying in Zaria
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Zaria. Of the 5 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (3). Guests have left 1 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Zaria from Maroua?
722 km (449 mi) in a straight line, west of Maroua.
How long does it take to get from Maroua to Zaria by air?
About 1 h 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Maroua and Zaria?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Maroua to Zaria flights?
Typically Salak Airport (MVR) to Kaduna International Airport (KAD).
What currency do I need in Zaria?
The Naira (NGN).
Where can I stay in Zaria?
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Zaria, 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.