Port Harcourt to Ijero-Ekiti flights
Ijero-Ekiti lies 400 km (249 mi) north-west of Port Harcourt, 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.
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| Port Harcourt | Ijero-Ekiti | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 2.1 million | 167,632 |
| Elevation | 16 m (52 ft) | 491 m (1,611 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Nearest large airport | PHC, 27 km out | ILR, 94 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Port Harcourt
Port Harcourt is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC), 27 km (17 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Port Harcourt City Airport / Port Harcourt Air Force Base (PHG, 8 km), Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport (QOW, 75 km).
Arriving in Ijero-Ekiti
Ijero-Ekiti is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport (ILR), 94 km (58 mi) from the centre, whose 10,169-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Akure Airport (AKR, 68 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport | ILR | 94 km (58 mi) | 10,169 ft | 1,126 ft |
| Akure Airport (regional) | AKR | 68 km (42 mi) | 9,195 ft | 1,100 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Ijero-Ekiti from Port Harcourt?
400 km (249 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Port Harcourt.
How long does it take to get from Port Harcourt to Ijero-Ekiti 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 Port Harcourt and Ijero-Ekiti?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Which airports are used for Port Harcourt to Ijero-Ekiti flights?
Typically Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC) to General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport (ILR); Ijero-Ekiti also has AKR.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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- 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.