Onitsha to Pointe-Noire flights
Pointe-Noire lies 1,339 km (832 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 2 h 28 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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| Onitsha | Pointe-Noire | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 1.6 million | 1 million |
| Elevation | 57 m (187 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Brazzaville) |
| Nearest large airport | ABB, 15 km out | PNR, 5 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Pointe-Noire
Crossing from Nigeria into Republic of the Congo: money changes from the Naira to the Franc (XAF); sockets are Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +242; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q4547615.
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 Pointe-Noire
Pointe-Noire is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport (PNR), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,530 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Cabinda Airport (CAB, 98 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport | PNR | 5 km (3 mi) | 8,530 ft | 55 ft |
| Cabinda Airport (regional) | CAB | 98 km (61 mi) | 8,202 ft | 66 ft |
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Staying in Pointe-Noire
Our booking partner lists 86 places to stay in Pointe-Noire. Of the 27 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (15), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 413 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Pointe-Noire from Onitsha?
1,339 km (832 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Onitsha.
How long does it take to get from Onitsha to Pointe-Noire by air?
About 2 h 28 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 Pointe-Noire?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Onitsha to Pointe-Noire flights?
Typically Asaba International Airport (ABB) to Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport (PNR); Pointe-Noire also has CAB.
What currency do I need in Pointe-Noire?
The Franc (XAF).
Where can I stay in Pointe-Noire?
Our booking partner lists 86 places to stay in Pointe-Noire, 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.