Medium airport · Jos, Nigeria
Yakubu Gowon Airport
Yakubu Gowon Airport is a medium airport serving Jos, Nigeria. Its IATA code is JOS. Its ICAO code is DNJO. It has 1 runway, longest 9,845 ft (ASP). Elevation 4,232 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Jos, Nigeria |
|---|---|
| IATA code | JOS |
| ICAO code | DNJO |
| Type | Medium airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 9,845 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 4,232 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 9.6398° N, 8.8691° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
Official website: http://www.faannigeria.org/nigeria-airport.php?airport=15 — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
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- Yankari National Park · Nigeria · 113.6 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Yakubu Gowon Airport?
Yakubu Gowon Airport — its IATA code is JOS and its ICAO code is DNJO.
Where is Yakubu Gowon Airport located?
Yakubu Gowon Airport serves Jos, Nigeria. Its coordinates are 9.6398° N, 8.8691° E.
How high is Yakubu Gowon Airport?
Yakubu Gowon Airport sits at 4,232 feet above sea level.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#2113
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yakubu_Gowon_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.