Onitsha to Gemena flights
Gemena lies 1,475 km (916 mi) east of Onitsha, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 38 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.
| Onitsha | Gemena | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 1.6 million | 197,159 |
| Elevation | 57 m (187 ft) | 420 m (1,378 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Kinshasa) |
| Nearest large airport | ABB, 15 km out | GMA, 2 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Gemena
Crossing from Nigeria into Democratic Republic of the Congo: money changes from the Naira to the Franc (CDF); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +243; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804.
Airports at each end
Leaving Onitsha
Onitsha is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Asaba International Airport (ABB), 15 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 11,155-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Akanu Ibiam International Airport (ENU, 93 km), Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport (QOW, 93 km).
Arriving in Gemena
Gemena is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Gemena Airport (GMA), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,550 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gemena Airport (regional) | GMA | 2 km (1 mi) | 6,550 ft | 1,378 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Gemena from Onitsha?
1,475 km (916 mi) in a straight line, east of Onitsha.
How long does it take to get from Onitsha to Gemena by air?
About 2 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Onitsha and Gemena?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Onitsha to Gemena flights?
Typically Asaba International Airport (ABB) to Gemena Airport (GMA).
What currency do I need in Gemena?
The Franc (CDF).
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.