Large airport · Maiduguri, Nigeria
Maiduguri International Airport
The first aircraft, an Airco DH.9, that landed in Nigeria, landed in Maiduguri in 1925. Its IATA code is MIU. Its ICAO code is DNMA. It has 1 runway, longest 9,846 ft (ASP). Elevation 1,099 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Maiduguri, Nigeria |
|---|---|
| IATA code | MIU |
| ICAO code | DNMA |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 9,846 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 1,099 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 11.8542° N, 13.0807° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Maiduguri International Airport is known for
The first aircraft, an Airco DH.9, that landed in Nigeria, landed in Maiduguri in 1925.
History
The first aircraft, an Airco DH.9, that landed in Nigeria, landed in Maiduguri in 1925.
Official website: http://www.faannigeria.org/nigeria-airport.php?airport=14 — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
National parks near this airport
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- Chad Basin National Park · Nigeria · 25.1 miles away
- Waza National Park · Cameroon · 99.1 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is Maiduguri International Airport?
The first aircraft, an Airco DH.9, that landed in Nigeria, landed in Maiduguri in 1925.
What is the airport code for Maiduguri International Airport?
Maiduguri International Airport — its IATA code is MIU and its ICAO code is DNMA.
Where is Maiduguri International Airport located?
Maiduguri International Airport serves Maiduguri, Nigeria. Its coordinates are 11.8542° N, 13.0807° E.
What is the history of Maiduguri International Airport?
The first aircraft, an Airco DH.9, that landed in Nigeria, landed in Maiduguri in 1925.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#2116
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maiduguri_International_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.