Airport Comparison
Algiers (ALG) to Kano (KAN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) in Algiers, Algeria to Mallam Aminu International Airport (KAN) in Kano, Nigeria is 2,791 kilometers (1,734 miles / 1,507 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 168°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Algeria with Nigeria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:09 in Algiers, it's 13:09 in Kano.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,480 feet between the two airports. Mallam Aminu International Airport sits higher than Houari Boumediene Airport.
The return flight from Kano (KAN) to Algiers (ALG) follows a heading of 350° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) and Mallam Aminu International Airport (KAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.