Large airport · Sokoto, Nigeria
Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport
Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport is a large airport serving Sokoto, Nigeria. Its IATA code is SKO. Its ICAO code is DNSO. It has 1 runway, longest 9,844 ft (ASP). Elevation 1,010 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Sokoto, Nigeria |
|---|---|
| IATA code | SKO |
| ICAO code | DNSO |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 9,844 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 1,010 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 12.9157° N, 5.2075° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
Official website: http://www.faannigeria.org/nigeria-airport.php?airport=13 — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport?
Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport — its IATA code is SKO and its ICAO code is DNSO.
Where is Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport located?
Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport serves Sokoto, Nigeria. Its coordinates are 12.9157° N, 5.2075° E.
How high is Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport?
Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport sits at 1,010 feet above sea level.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#2121
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sadiq_Abubakar_III_International_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.




