What is the airport code for Lagos?

The IATA airport code for Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport is LOS.

What is the airport code for Abuja?

The IATA airport code for Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport is ABV.

What is the difference between IATA and ICAO codes?

IATA codes are usually three-letter passenger-facing codes; ICAO codes are four-character operational aviation codes.

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Nigeria Airport Codes Hub

Nigerian airport codes help travelers, airlines, booking systems, and search engines identify airports quickly. This hub explains IATA and ICAO codes, links to the full Nigerian airport directory, highlights major codes such as LOS and ABV, and points to guides that explain how airport codes work.

Last updated: 2026-06-13

LOSLagos

ABVAbuja

PHCPort Harcourt

KANKano

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