Benin Airport — Benin, Nigeria
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereBenin Airport in Benin uses the IATA code BNI, with DNBE as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from BNI
Benin Airport
Benin Airport carries the code BNI and serves Benin City, the capital of Edo State in southern Nigeria. Elevation at the field reads 258 feet, and the field is built around one runway. As the main air link for Edo State, the facility handles domestic flights connecting Benin City to Lagos, Abuja, and other Nigerian population centers. Benin City itself is one of Nigeria's larger urban centers, and the airport functions as the region's principal point of entry for business trips and family travel alike. With a modest single-strip layout and terminal, BNI is sized for domestic traffic rather than long-haul international service.
Runways at Benin Airport (BNI)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 7870 ft (2399 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Benin Airport (BNI)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 122.5 MHz |
Airports near Benin Airport (BNI)
- Warri Airport (QRW) — 83.5 km (51.9 mi)
- Akure Airport (AKR) — 108.5 km (67.4 mi)
- Asaba International Airport (ABB) — 118.5 km (73.6 mi)
- Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport (QOW) — 203.4 km (126.4 mi)
- Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC) — 208.0 km (129.2 mi)
- Ibadan Airport (IBA) — 213.4 km (132.6 mi)
- Akanu Ibiam International Airport (ENU) — 217.4 km (135.1 mi)
- Port Harcourt City Airport / Port Harcourt Air Force Base (PHG) — 227.0 km (141.1 mi)
People search BNI mainly to book domestic flights into Benin City, confirm the code on a printed itinerary, or avoid mixing it up with Benin the neighboring country, since the airport actually sits in Nigeria's Edo State.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Benin Airport?
The IATA code for Benin Airport is BNI.
What is the ICAO code for Benin Airport?
The ICAO code for Benin Airport is DNBE. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.