Maiduguri International Airport (DNMA)
Large airport · Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria
Airport data
| Name | Maiduguri International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | DNMA |
| IATA | MIU |
| Elevation | 1,099 ft (335 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 11°51'15" E 13°4'51" 11.85416, 13.08070 |
| Location | Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 9,846 ft (3001 m) | 197 ft | ASP | Yes |
Maiduguri International Airport at a glance
Maiduguri International Airport is a large airport in Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria, known to airline systems as MIU. The field elevation of 1,099 ft (335 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at DNMA 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 9,846 ft (3001 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 DNMA 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 Maiduguri International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Salak Airport | FKKL | 202 km (109 NM) |
| N'Djamena International Airport | FTTJ | 215 km (116 NM) |
| Garoua International Airport | FKKR | 282 km (152 NM) |
| Gombe Lawanti International Airport | DNGO | 294 km (159 NM) |
| Yola Airport | DNYO | 297 km (160 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Maiduguri International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 1,099 ft field elevation of Maiduguri 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 Maiduguri International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Maiduguri International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Maiduguri International Airport is DNMA, and its IATA code is MIU. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Maiduguri International Airport above sea level?
Maiduguri International Airport sits at an elevation of 1,099 feet (335 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Maiduguri International Airport located?
The airport lies at 11.8542, 13.0807 — in Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Salak Airport, about 202 km away.
Does DNMA publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for DNMA 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 Maiduguri International Airport?
Maiduguri International Airport has one runway. The longest, 05/23, measures 9,846 ft (3001 m) with a ASP surface.