Kaduna International Airport (DNKA)
Large airport · Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria
Airport data
| Name | Kaduna International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | DNKA |
| IATA | KAD |
| Elevation | 2,073 ft (632 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 10°41'46" E 7°19'12" 10.69600, 7.32011 |
| Location | Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 9,843 ft (3000 m) | 197 ft | ASP | Yes |
Kaduna International Airport at a glance
Kaduna International Airport is a large airport in Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria, known to airline systems as KAD. The field elevation of 2,073 ft (632 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at DNKA 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, 05/23, offers 9,843 ft (3000 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 05 points roughly 50° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for DNKA 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 Kaduna International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Zaria Airport | DNZA | 63 km (34 NM) |
| Minna Airport | DNMN | 149 km (80 NM) |
| Gusau Airport | DNGU | 178 km (96 NM) |
| Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport | DNAA | 188 km (102 NM) |
| Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport | DNKN | 199 km (107 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Kaduna International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 2,073 ft field elevation of Kaduna 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 Kaduna International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Kaduna International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Kaduna International Airport is DNKA, and its IATA code is KAD. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Kaduna International Airport above sea level?
Kaduna International Airport sits at an elevation of 2,073 feet (632 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Kaduna International Airport located?
The airport lies at 10.6960, 7.3201 — in Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Zaria Airport, about 63 km away.
Does DNKA publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for DNKA 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 Kaduna International Airport?
Kaduna International Airport has one runway. The longest, 05/23, measures 9,843 ft (3000 m) with a ASP surface.