Niamey to Maradi flights
Maradi lies 540 km (335 mi) east of Niamey, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 27 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.
| Niamey | Maradi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Niger | Niger |
| Population | 1.3 million | 361,702 |
| Elevation | 206 m (676 ft) | 360 m (1,181 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Niamey) | UTC+1 (Africa/Niamey) |
| Nearest large airport | NIM, 9 km out | DKA, 82 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Niamey
Niamey is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Diori Hamani International Airport (NIM), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,499-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Maradi
Maradi is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Umaru Musa Yar'adua Airport (DKA), 82 km (51 mi) from the centre, whose 11,352-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Umaru Musa Yar'adua Airport (regional) | DKA | 82 km (51 mi) | 11,352 ft | 1,660 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Maradi from Niamey?
540 km (335 mi) in a straight line, east of Niamey.
How long does it take to get from Niamey to Maradi by air?
About 1 h 27 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Niamey and Maradi?
No, both are on Africa/Niamey at the moment.
Which airports are used for Niamey to Maradi flights?
Typically Diori Hamani International Airport (NIM) to Umaru Musa Yar'adua Airport (DKA).
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.