Kaduna International Airport is the official alternative airport to Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (DNAA) during its six-week closure beginning March 8.
| Country: | Nigeria | Operating hours: | 24/7 | |
| ICAO: | DNKA | IATA: | KAD | |
| Tower frequency: | 118.8 | Latitude/longitude: | N10°41.75′ / E7°19.22′ | |
| Elevation: | 2072.0 feet MSL | Mar Var: | 1° W | |
| Time zone: | +1 UTC | AOE: | Yes | |
| Fuel types: | Jet-A1 | Airport type: | Civil | |
| Customs: | 24/7 | Runway width: | 45m (10.5m shoulder) | |
| Runways: | 1 | Runway length: | 3,100m | |
| Airport slots: | N/A | Fire category: | 9 | |
| ATC hours: | 24/7 | Aircraft handled: | B747 |
Cities served: Kaduna, Abuja, and Zaria.
Languages: English.
Lead time for permit approval: 48 hours.
Landing permits: Must be obtained from the CAA through an agent before landing.
Navaid Available:
- ILS/VOR has been recently installed
- RNAV approach acceptable
Parking:
- Open bay parking is available
- Capacity for 9-12 jets
Equipment availability: Portable water carts GPU up to 737/747 capacity and aircraft steps are available.
Terminal capacity: 500 passengers.
Maintenance and hangars: Light Maintenance only; hangars are not available.
Fuel:
- Conoil is the only supplier
- 1,400 tank capacity
- Jet A1 available through fuel release
Catering: Not available.
Crew facilities: VIP Lounge is available for crew use.
Immigration at Kaduna International Airport
- A passport is required
- Those coming from Yellow fever endemic regions require Yellow Fever Vaccination card
Crew:
- Visas not required for stay up to 72 hours
- GENDEC, Crew ID, Uniform are required
Important Numbers
- Fire: +234 8034655502
- Police: +234 8123822284 / +234 818453313
- Emergency: +234 8036154488
Security brief: It is highly advisable to check with your flight or trip support advisor before travel.
Alternative airport: DNKN (Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport).
Transport
- Available for crew and passenger transport to VIP Lounge/hotel
- Helicopter shuttle service is also available to Abuja DNAA
Accommodation
- Hotel 7teen (40 minutes away)
- Assa Pyramid Hotel (40 minutes away)
Note: This list is for informational purposes only and based on proximity. UAS does not promote any specific establishments.
Tourists Attractions
- Kaduna Museum
- Kamuku National Park
- Commonwealth War Cemetary
- Lugard Tower
Weather
Kaduna has a tropical climate with an average annual temperature of 25°C. Summers experience more rainfall than the winter period. The highest annual temperatures occur in July, August, and September.
For support accessing Kaduna International Airport, contact our New Delhi office