Onitsha to Ngaoundéré flights
Ngaoundéré lies 762 km (474 mi) east of Onitsha, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 44 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.
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| Onitsha | Ngaoundéré | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Cameroon |
| Population | 1.6 million | 238,196 |
| Elevation | 57 m (187 ft) | 1,128 m (3,701 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Douala) |
| Nearest large airport | ABB, 15 km out | NGE, 4 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Ngaoundéré
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 Onitsha
Onitsha is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Asaba International Airport (ABB), 15 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 11,155-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Akanu Ibiam International Airport (ENU, 93 km), Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport (QOW, 93 km).
Arriving in Ngaoundéré
Ngaoundéré is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is N'Gaoundéré Airport (NGE), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,858 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N'Gaoundéré Airport (regional) | NGE | 4 km (2 mi) | 8,858 ft | 3,655 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Ngaoundéré from Onitsha?
762 km (474 mi) in a straight line, east of Onitsha.
How long does it take to get from Onitsha to Ngaoundéré by air?
About 1 h 44 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Onitsha and Ngaoundéré?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Onitsha to Ngaoundéré flights?
Typically Asaba International Airport (ABB) to N'Gaoundéré Airport (NGE).
What currency do I need in Ngaoundéré?
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.