Large airport · Abuja, Nigeria
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport
It is the main airport serving the Nigerian capital city and was named after Nigeria's first President, Nnamdi Azikiwe (1904–1996). Its IATA code is ABV. Its ICAO code is DNAA. It has 1 runway, longest 11,842 ft (ASP). Elevation 1,123 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Abuja, Nigeria |
|---|---|
| IATA code | ABV |
| ICAO code | DNAA |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 11,842 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 1,123 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 9.0068° N, 7.2632° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is known for
It is the main airport serving the Nigerian capital city and was named after Nigeria's first President, Nnamdi Azikiwe (1904–1996).
History
It is the main airport serving the Nigerian capital city and was named after Nigeria's first President, Nnamdi Azikiwe (1904–1996).
Official website: http://www.faannigeria.org/nigeria-airport.php?airport=3 — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport?
It is the main airport serving the Nigerian capital city and was named after Nigeria's first President, Nnamdi Azikiwe (1904–1996).
What is the airport code for Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport?
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport — its IATA code is ABV and its ICAO code is DNAA.
Where is Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport located?
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport serves Abuja, Nigeria. Its coordinates are 9.0068° N, 7.2632° E.
What is the history of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport?
It is the main airport serving the Nigerian capital city and was named after Nigeria's first President, Nnamdi Azikiwe (1904–1996).
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#2104
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nnamdi_Azikiwe_International_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.