Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport (DNBK)
Large airport · Birinin Kebbi, Kebbi State, Nigeria
Airport data
| Name | Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | DNBK |
| Elevation | 775 ft (236 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 12°28'45" E 4°22'9" 12.47905, 4.36913 |
| Location | Birinin Kebbi, Kebbi State, Nigeria |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 10,171 ft (3100 m) | 197 ft | concrete | Yes |
Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport at a glance
Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport is a large airport in Birinin Kebbi, Kebbi State, Nigeria. The field elevation of 775 ft (236 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at DNBK are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 06/24, offers 10,171 ft (3100 m) of concrete surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 06 points roughly 60° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for DNBK shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport | DNSO | 103 km (56 NM) |
| Gusau Airport | DNGU | 255 km (138 NM) |
| Diori Hamani International Airport | DRRN | 262 km (141 NM) |
| Tahoua Airport | DRRT | 284 km (153 NM) |
| Maradi Airport | DRRM | 320 km (173 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 775 ft field elevation of Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 29 airports and airfields we list for Nigeria — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport is DNBK, and it has no IATA code assigned. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport above sea level?
Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport sits at an elevation of 775 feet (236 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport located?
The airport lies at 12.4790, 4.3691 — in Birinin Kebbi, Kebbi State, Nigeria, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport, about 103 km away.
Does DNBK publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for DNBK appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport?
Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport has one runway. The longest, 06/24, measures 10,171 ft (3100 m) with a concrete surface.