Port Harcourt International Airport (DNPO)
Large airport · Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
Airport data
| Name | Port Harcourt International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | DNPO |
| IATA | PHC |
| Elevation | 87 ft (27 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 5°0'56" E 6°56'59" 5.01549, 6.94959 |
| Location | Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 9,843 ft (3000 m) | 197 ft | ASP | Yes |
Port Harcourt International Airport at a glance
Port Harcourt International Airport is a large airport in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria, known to airline systems as PHC. The field elevation of 87 ft (27 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at DNPO 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, 03/21, offers 9,843 ft (3000 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 03 points roughly 30° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for DNPO 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 Port Harcourt International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Port Harcourt City Airport / Port Harcourt Air Force Base | DNPM | 20 km (11 NM) |
| Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport | DNIM | 54 km (29 NM) |
| Bayelsa International Airport | DNBY | 83 km (45 NM) |
| Akwa Ibom International Airport | DNAI | 128 km (69 NM) |
| Asaba International Airport | DNAS | 136 km (73 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Port Harcourt International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 87 ft field elevation of Port Harcourt 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 Port Harcourt International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Port Harcourt International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Port Harcourt International Airport is DNPO, and its IATA code is PHC. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Port Harcourt International Airport above sea level?
Port Harcourt International Airport sits at an elevation of 87 feet (27 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Port Harcourt International Airport located?
The airport lies at 5.0155, 6.9496 — in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Port Harcourt City Airport / Port Harcourt Air Force Base, about 20 km away.
Does DNPO publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for DNPO 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 Port Harcourt International Airport?
Port Harcourt International Airport has one runway. The longest, 03/21, measures 9,843 ft (3000 m) with a ASP surface.