Zaria to Maroua flights
Maroua lies 722 km (449 mi) east of Zaria, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 41 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.
| Zaria | Maroua | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Cameroon |
| Population | 980,000 | 314,122 |
| Elevation | 644 m (2,113 ft) | 406 m (1,332 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Douala) |
| Nearest large airport | KAD, 64 km out | MVR, 17 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Maroua
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 Zaria
Zaria is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kaduna International Airport (KAD), 64 km (40 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Maroua
Maroua is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Salak Airport (MVR), 17 km (11 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,890 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salak Airport (regional) | MVR | 17 km (11 mi) | 6,890 ft | 1,390 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Maroua from Zaria?
722 km (449 mi) in a straight line, east of Zaria.
How long does it take to get from Zaria to Maroua by air?
About 1 h 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Zaria and Maroua?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Zaria to Maroua flights?
Typically Kaduna International Airport (KAD) to Salak Airport (MVR).
What currency do I need in Maroua?
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.