Yaoundé to Ilobu flights
Ilobu lies 894 km (556 mi) north-west of Yaoundé, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 54 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.
| Yaoundé | Ilobu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Cameroon | Nigeria |
| Population | 1.3 million | 118,089 |
| Elevation | 726 m (2,382 ft) | 339 m (1,112 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Douala) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Nearest large airport | NSI, 17 km out | ILR, 67 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Ilobu
Crossing from Cameroon into Nigeria: money changes from the Franc to the Naira (NGN); sockets are BS 1363, BS 546; the dialling code becomes +234; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648881.
Airports at each end
Leaving Yaoundé
Yaoundé is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport (NSI), 17 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 11,155-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Ilobu
Ilobu is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport (ILR), 67 km (42 mi) from the centre, whose 10,169-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Ibadan Airport (IBA, 77 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport | ILR | 67 km (42 mi) | 10,169 ft | 1,126 ft |
| Ibadan Airport (regional) | IBA | 77 km (48 mi) | 7,875 ft | 725 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Ilobu from Yaoundé?
894 km (556 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Yaoundé.
How long does it take to get from Yaoundé to Ilobu by air?
About 1 h 54 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Yaoundé and Ilobu?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Yaoundé to Ilobu flights?
Typically Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport (NSI) to General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport (ILR); Ilobu also has IBA.
What currency do I need in Ilobu?
The Naira (NGN).
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.