Kano to Ambato flights
Ambato lies 9,725 km (6,043 mi) west of Kano, -6 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 13 h 13 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.
| Kano | Ambato | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Ecuador |
| Population | 4.9 million | 387,309 |
| Elevation | 484 m (1,588 ft) | 2,597 m (8,520 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) |
| Nearest large airport | KAN, 5 km out | LTX, 38 km out |
Clocks in Ambato are 6 h behind Kano right now, so a 13 h 13 min journey lands only 7 h 13 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Ambato
Crossing from Nigeria into Ecuador: money changes from the Naira to the Dollar (USD); sockets are NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15; the dialling code becomes +593; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648798.
Airports at each end
Leaving Kano
Kano is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, whose 10,831-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Ambato
Ambato is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX), 38 km (24 mi) from the centre, whose 12,117-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotopaxi International Airport (regional) | LTX | 38 km (24 mi) | 12,117 ft | 9,205 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Ambato from Kano?
9,725 km (6,043 mi) in a straight line, west of Kano.
How long does it take to get from Kano to Ambato by air?
About 13 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kano and Ambato?
Ambato is 6 h behind at the moment (America/Guayaquil against Africa/Lagos).
Which airports are used for Kano to Ambato flights?
Typically Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN) to Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX).
What currency do I need in Ambato?
The Dollar (USD).
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.