Guide to Nigerian Airports

Murtala Muhammed International Airport

Lagos, South Nigeria

Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport serves Ikeja and the wider Lagos area. Domestic and international departures use different terminal buildings, so the airport code alone is not enough to choose your drop-off point.

ABV

Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport

Abuja, North Nigeria

Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport serves Abuja in the Federal Capital Territory. FAAN publishes separate assistance directions for its domestic and international terminals.

PHC

Port Harcourt, South Nigeria

Port Harcourt International Airport

Port Harcourt International Airport is at Omagwa in Rivers State. Use PHC when comparing flights to the Port Harcourt area.

KAN

Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport

Kano, North Nigeria

Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport serves Kano. The airport has domestic and international facilities; a ticket or airline confirmation determines the terminal for your journey.

ENU

Akanu Ibiam International Airport

Enugu, East Nigeria

Akanu Ibiam International Airport serves Enugu and travelers heading to other parts of southeastern Nigeria.

CBQ

Margaret Ekpo International Airport

Calabar, South Nigeria

Margaret Ekpo International Airport serves Calabar in Cross River State. Its booking code is CBQ.

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