Cheap flights from Kano (KAN)

Northern Nigeria's largest commercial gateway

Mallam Aminu Kano International is the main airport for Kano, Northern Nigeria's commercial capital, sitting about 8 km north of the city. It is a key hub for Hajj traffic and supports scheduled international services from Egyptair to Cairo, plus regional links via Ethiopian Airlines and Air Peace. Domestic carriers including Max Air, Ibom Air and Arik Air run heavy traffic to Lagos and Abuja.

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Airlines flying from Kano (KAN)

Major carriers: Air Peace, Max Air, Egyptair, Ethiopian Airlines, Ibom Air. Low-cost carriers: Green Africa, United Nigeria Airlines.

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Frequently asked questions

Which international airlines fly to Kano?
Egyptair operates Cairo, Ethiopian Airlines flies Addis Ababa and various Hajj operators run seasonal Jeddah charters. Air Peace also handles regional African routes. Flightmussy compares all of them on a single 12-month heatmap, with crypto payment available via the Travala partner for international tickets.
How far is Kano airport from the city centre?
KAN sits about 8 km north of central Kano along the Maiduguri Road. The drive takes 15-25 minutes by taxi. The relatively short transfer makes KAN one of the more convenient Nigerian airports for short business trips, though traffic can build during peak commuter hours.
When is the cheapest month to fly from Kano?
Outside Hajj season and the December festive period, domestic and regional fares from KAN typically ease in May-June and September-October. Flightmussy's free fare heatmap visualises 12 forward months of prices in one view, surfacing the cheapest week without requiring a signup or email.
Are there direct flights from Kano to Saudi Arabia?
Direct Jeddah service from KAN is heaviest during the annual Hajj pilgrimage, when chartered and scheduled flights run for several weeks. Outside Hajj, Saudi-bound passengers usually connect through Cairo on Egyptair or via Doha and Istanbul. Flightmussy compares all options on a single free search.

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