Warri to Maiduguri flights
Maiduguri lies 1,076 km (669 mi) north-east of Warri, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 8 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.
| Warri | Maiduguri | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 910,000 | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 325 m (1,066 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Nearest large airport | QRW, 12 km out | MIU, 8 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Warri
Warri is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Warri Airport (QRW), 12 km (7 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,868 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Benin Airport (BNI, 90 km).
Arriving in Maiduguri
Maiduguri is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Maiduguri International Airport (MIU), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,846 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maiduguri International Airport | MIU | 8 km (5 mi) | 9,846 ft | 1,099 ft |
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Staying in Maiduguri
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Maiduguri. Of the 2 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (1).
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Common questions
How far is Maiduguri from Warri?
1,076 km (669 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Warri.
How long does it take to get from Warri to Maiduguri by air?
About 2 h 8 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Warri and Maiduguri?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Which airports are used for Warri to Maiduguri flights?
Typically Warri Airport (QRW) to Maiduguri International Airport (MIU).
Where can I stay in Maiduguri?
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Maiduguri, 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.