Onitsha to Ota flights
Ota lies 397 km (247 mi) west 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 16 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.
| Onitsha | Ota | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 1.6 million | 251,546 |
| Elevation | 57 m (187 ft) | 64 m (210 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Nearest large airport | ABB, 15 km out | LOS, 16 km out |
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 Ota
Ota is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS), 16 km (10 mi) from the centre, whose 12,794-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murtala Muhammed International Airport | LOS | 16 km (10 mi) | 12,794 ft | 135 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Ota from Onitsha?
397 km (247 mi) in a straight line, west of Onitsha.
How long does it take to get from Onitsha to Ota by air?
About 1 h 16 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 Ota?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Which airports are used for Onitsha to Ota flights?
Typically Asaba International Airport (ABB) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS).
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.