Modakeke to Niamey flights
Niamey lies 721 km (448 mi) north of Modakeke, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 40 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.
| Modakeke | Niamey | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Niger |
| Population | 119,529 | 1.3 million |
| Elevation | 238 m (781 ft) | 206 m (676 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Niamey) |
| Nearest large airport | IBA, 31 km out | NIM, 9 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Niamey
Crossing from Nigeria into Niger: money changes from the Naira to the Franc (XOF); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, Euro, NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15, Schuko, Type E; the dialling code becomes +227; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648842 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648843.
Airports at each end
Leaving Modakeke
Modakeke is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Ibadan Airport (IBA), 31 km (19 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,875 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Niamey
Niamey is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Diori Hamani International Airport (NIM), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,499-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diori Hamani International Airport | NIM | 9 km (6 mi) | 10,499 ft | 732 ft |
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Staying in Niamey
Our booking partner lists 16 places to stay in Niamey. Of the 13 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (6), and 2 are five-star. Guests have left 370 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Niamey from Modakeke?
721 km (448 mi) in a straight line, north of Modakeke.
How long does it take to get from Modakeke to Niamey by air?
About 1 h 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Modakeke and Niamey?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Modakeke to Niamey flights?
Typically Ibadan Airport (IBA) to Diori Hamani International Airport (NIM).
What currency do I need in Niamey?
The Franc (XOF).
Where can I stay in Niamey?
Our booking partner lists 16 places to stay in Niamey, 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 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.