Port Harcourt to Limbe flights
Limbe lies 257 km (160 mi) east of Port Harcourt, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 5 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.
| Port Harcourt | Limbe | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Cameroon |
| Population | 2.1 million | 131,381 |
| Elevation | 16 m (52 ft) | 74 m (243 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Douala) |
| Nearest large airport | PHC, 27 km out | DLA, 57 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Limbe
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 Port Harcourt
Port Harcourt is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC), 27 km (17 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Port Harcourt City Airport / Port Harcourt Air Force Base (PHG, 8 km), Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport (QOW, 75 km).
Arriving in Limbe
Limbe is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Douala International Airport (DLA), 57 km (35 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,350 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Malabo International Airport (SSG, 63 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Douala International Airport | DLA | 57 km (35 mi) | 9,350 ft | 33 ft |
| Malabo International Airport | SSG | 63 km (39 mi) | 9,647 ft | 76 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Limbe from Port Harcourt?
257 km (160 mi) in a straight line, east of Port Harcourt.
How long does it take to get from Port Harcourt to Limbe by air?
About 1 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Port Harcourt and Limbe?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Port Harcourt to Limbe flights?
Typically Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC) to Douala International Airport (DLA); Limbe also has SSG.
What currency do I need in Limbe?
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.