Onitsha to Kumba flights
Kumba lies 339 km (211 mi) south-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 1 h 11 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 | Kumba | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Cameroon |
| Population | 1.6 million | 225,046 |
| Elevation | 57 m (187 ft) | 244 m (801 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Douala) |
| Nearest large airport | ABB, 15 km out | DLA, 76 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Kumba
Crossing from Nigeria into Cameroon: money changes from the Naira to the Franc (XAF); sockets are Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +237; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
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 Kumba
Kumba is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Douala International Airport (DLA), 76 km (47 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,350 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Douala International Airport | DLA | 76 km (47 mi) | 9,350 ft | 33 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Kumba from Onitsha?
339 km (211 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Onitsha.
How long does it take to get from Onitsha to Kumba by air?
About 1 h 11 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 Kumba?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Onitsha to Kumba flights?
Typically Asaba International Airport (ABB) to Douala International Airport (DLA).
What currency do I need in Kumba?
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 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.