Cheap flights from Kano
Air connectivity for the city of **Kano** is provided through Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, which is located just 9 kilometers from the center. This important Nigerian transport hub operates regular flights to several key destinations, connecting the region with major cities in Africa and the Middle East. Among the most popular routes are flights to Addis Ababa (7 flights per week), Cairo (4 flights per week), as well as domestic flights to Abuja and Lagos.
Four airlines operate in this market, offering various flight options for both business and leisure travel. The leaders in terms of flight frequency are Ethiopian Airlines and **ValueJet**, with Egyptair and Saudi Arabian Airlines also maintaining regular services. Below on this page, you will find city cards with convenient filters, along with useful information about the weather and an up-to-date city guide to help plan your trip.
Kano — Cairo
Kano — Jeddah
Kano — Addis Ababa
Kano — Lagos
Kano — Abuja
Flight insights from Kano
Data-driven trends for direct flights from Kano — how often airlines fly, where they go, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent destinations
The most frequent direct destinations from Kano are Addis Ababa, Cairo and Abuja. Addis Ababa leads with around 7 flights a week.
- Addis Ababa7 flights/week
- Cairo4 flights/week
- Abuja3 flights/week
- Lagos3 flights/week
- Jeddah1 flights/week
Top countries
Most direct flights from Kano head to Ethiopia, Nigeria and Egypt. Ethiopia alone accounts for about 39% of all direct routes.
- Ethiopiaavg $571
- Nigeriaavg $843
- Egyptavg $489
- Saudi Arabiaavg $527
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes from Kano range from Cairo at $489 to Abuja at $856 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Addis Ababafrom $571
- Cairofrom $489
- Abujafrom $856
- Lagosfrom $829
- Jeddahfrom $527
Cheapest destinations
The cheapest destinations from Kano right now are Cairo from $489, Jeddah from $527 and Addis Ababa from $571.
- Cairofrom $489
- Jeddahfrom $527
- Addis Ababafrom $571
- Athensfrom $630
- Moscowfrom $665
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight from Kano is to Seoul at about 15h 21m, followed by Bangkok (13h 12m) and New York City (11h 26m).
- Seoul15h 21m
- Bangkok13h 12m
- New York City11h 26m
- Mumbai9h 21m
- Ahmedabad9h 17m
Popular destinations from Kano
Ethiopia
Egypt
Nigeria
Nigeria
Saudi Arabia
Turkey
Italy
Turkey
United Kingdom
France
Spain
Greece
Ivory Coast
United Arab Emirates
Egypt
Spain
Ghana
Italy
Austria
Egypt
Nigeria
Germany
Cameroon, United Republic Of
Tunisia
Hungary
Nigeria
Portugal
Benin
Togo
Nigeria
Cameroon, United Republic Of
South Africa
Poland
Germany
Jordan
Belgium
Israel
United Kingdom
Russian Federation
United States
Kenya
Saudi Arabia
Rwanda
Morocco
Niger
Romania
Germany
Thailand
Kuwait
India
Saudi Arabia
Nigeria
Congo Democratic Republic Of
Gabon
Korea, Republic Of
Senegal
Pakistan
Congo
India
United KingdomFrequently asked questions
- How many destinations are available from Kano?
- Currently, regular air service from **Kano** is available to 5 main destinations. The route network covers key domestic cities in Nigeria, as well as international hubs in East and North Africa and the Middle East.
- What are the most popular destinations from Kano?
- Flights to Addis Ababa (7 flights per week) and Cairo (4 flights per week) are in highest demand among travelers. Domestic flights to Abuja and Lagos also account for a significant volume of traffic, while international service is complemented by weekly departures to Jeddah.
- How many airlines fly from Kano?
- Four airlines provide regular passenger services from the city. The list of major operators includes carriers such as **Ethiopian Airlines**, **ValueJet**, **Egyptair**, and **Saudi Arabian Airlines**.
- Which airports serve Kano?
- The region's primary transport hub is **Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport** (KAN). It is conveniently located near the city's infrastructure, just 9 kilometers from the central business district.
- When is the best time to buy flights from Kano?
- To find the most affordable fares, it is recommended to plan your flight in advance — ideally 2–3 months before departure. It is also worth considering seasonality and periods of major regional events, when ticket demand increases significantly.
- How can I find cheap flights from Kano?
- To save money, it is worth comparing offers from different carriers and looking at **ValueJet** for domestic flights. Using the interest-based filters on our page will help you quickly sort through the options and find the optimal deal.