Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport (SKO)

Sokoto, NG 🇳🇬 Medium Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

DNSO

IATA

SKO

Elevation

1010 ft

Region

NG-SO

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Airport Information

GPS Code: DNSO

Local Code: Not available

Location: 12.9163° N, 5.20719° E

Continent: AF

Type: Medium Airport

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Airport Routes

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Top Airlines

Operating at Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport
Airlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network
Airline Routes Flights Destinations Last Activity
Rano Air
RAN / R4
2 13 2 Dec 8, 2025
2 12 2 Dec 3, 2025
2 7 2 Dec 3, 2025
1 7 1 Oct 18, 2025
NG Eagle
XLE / 2N
1 2 1 Jul 17, 2025
For Pilots

Designation Length Width Surface Status
08/26 9844 ft 197 ft ASP Active Lighted

Type Description Frequency
TWR SOKOTO TWR 122.1 MHz

Ident Name Type Frequency
SOK Sokoto VOR-DME 113900 kHz

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025
Taxis

Taxis are the most common and readily available transportation option at the airport. They can be found waiting outside the terminal building. It is standard practice to negotiate and agree upon the fare with the driver before the trip begins, as the vehicles are typically not metered.

Rental Cars

Car rental options are limited directly at the airport terminal. It is highly recommended to pre-book a vehicle through a local car hire company or arrange a private driver service in advance. Some hotels in Sokoto may also offer airport pickup and car rental arrangements for their guests.

Public Transportation

There are no formal, scheduled public bus or train services that connect directly to Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport. The primary methods for getting to and from the city are taxis or pre-arranged private vehicles.

Nearby Airports

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DNBK
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Small Airport Scheduled Service
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Dogondoutchi Airport
DRRC
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~146 km away
Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.