Flights to Niger

Flights to Niger

Niger has a total of 3 airports, Niamey Airport (NIM) serves as a hub for intercontinental travel, 1 airport receives international flights, this is Niamey Airport (Diori Hamani International Airport). With domestic flights available at every airport, traveling by plane offers a fast and efficient way to explore the country. 2 of these airports exclusively serve domestic flights. All airports in Niger together handle 239 flights this month, departing from 15 airports in 13 countries, operated by 9 different airlines — none of them are a low-cost carrier. You can fly to Niger in Economy and Business Class.

FlightConnections provides all the information you need to plan your flight to Niger. Airports, destinations, routes and schedules are all clearly displayed on our interactive flight map. If you prefer a list view, the sections below with available departure and arrival airports might be useful. Looking to see which countries offer direct connections? You'll find that information further down, along with all airlines flying to Niger.

For a more comfortable journey, explore the Business Class sections on this page. You can also use the Class filter to choose your cabin class and see routes clearly displayed on the flight map. If you'd like to travel with an alliance, you can do so with Oneworld or Star Alliance. Simply use the Alliance filter to display their specific routes on the map.

Destinations in Niger

Explore Niger!

Discover all 3 destinations in Niger. Niamey is the most popular airport in Niger. It handles more than 89% of all flights to the country, which comes down to 213 flights this month.

Below is the full list of destinations in Niger, ranked by popularity based on the number of flights each airport handles. If you're interested in flying to any of these destinations, simply click it to view all routes, airlines, and flight schedules.

Airlines flying to Niger

When planning your trip to Niger, you have several airline options to consider. A total of 9 airlines offer direct flights to the country — none of which are low-cost airlines. Major airlines include ASKY Airlines, Niger airlines and Air Cote D'Ivoire. Together they operate more than half (57%) of all scheduled flights in August.

Below is an overview of the airlines that offer their services, ranked by popularity.

What is the best time to visit Niger?

Niger has destinations with multiple climate types which are hot mediterranean and desert destinations. This means that the best time to visit depends on the destination you choose. However, considering most destinations and their weather, the best time to explore Niger as a whole is from January to December (all year round). In the sections below, you can find the ideal visiting time for each specific destination. We've categorized them by climate type to help you plan your trip and to visit Niger at the best time of the year!

☀️  Hot Mediterranean destinations

The Mediterranean regions of Niger are cherished for their warm, dry summers, where temperatures often exceed 30°C (86°F). In some inland areas, temperatures can rise even higher, sometimes reaching 40°C (104°F) or more while their mild winters see a bit of rain. This delightful climate, combined with beautiful landscapes and sun-filled lifestyle attract visitors from around the globe.

Niger has 2 Hot Mediterranean destinations that you can fly to. The destinations listed below are attractive to visit all year round, but they are best visited in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) when temperatures are pleasantly warm, especially since summers can get very hot in these regions.

🏜️  Desert destinations

Typically, desert locations in Niger experience hot days with temperatures often exceeding 40°C (104°F) and cooler nights. With minimal rainfall, these areas are known for their extreme weather, breathtaking views, and the cultural traditions of the people who live there. Even with the tough living conditions, they offer a remarkable combination of adventure, peace, and stunning beauty, making them fascinating spots to discover.

Niger currently has one desert destination that can be reached by plane. This destination is attractive to visit all year round, but it is best to avoid the summer months as it can get extremely hot. That's why it is best to visit these destinations from September to May.

Countries with direct flights to Niger

From which countries can you fly non-stop?

Below is a list of all 12 countries that have non-stop flights to Niger, including the number of airports that offer those flights:

Airports with direct flights to Niger

This section is ideal for finding the best airport to start your trip to Niger. All airports with direct flights are listed below, ranked by popularity. Currently, 12 airports across 12 countries and 2 continents offer direct flights to 3 airports in Niger.

Flying Business Class to Niger

Where can you fly to in Business Class?

In total, there are 11 airports across 11 countries that provide business class flights to Niger. Niamey is the only airport with Business Class flights.

Departure airports with Business Class flights

Business Class airports in Niger

Domestic flights across Niger

With a total of 6 domestic routes, there are not that many flights within Niger itself.

The list below provides you with a lot more information, from interesting statistics to an overview of all domestic routes.

International flights from Africa to Niger

There are 11 cities spread across 11 countries in Africa that offer international flights to Niger. These direct flights arrive at Niamey Airport, the only international airport in Niger.

The majority of those flights are operated by 4 airlines: ASKY Airlines, Air Cote D'Ivoire, Ethiopian Airlines and Royal Air Maroc.

In the following sections we provide detailed information on the available routes from every country with non-stop flights and (if available) stopover flights:

Flights from Burkina Faso to Niger

From Burkina Faso you can fly non-stop from Ouagadougou Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Niger: Niamey. This is the only non-stop flight route from Burkina Faso to Niger, operated by 4 different airlines — none of which are low-cost airlines.

Burkina Faso to Niger with a stopover

There is another option available if you consider a stopover flight: Bobo-Dioulasso Airport offers a 1-stop flight to Niamey:

Flights from Togo to Niger

From Togo you can fly non-stop from Lomé Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Niger: Niamey. This is the only non-stop flight route from Togo to Niger, operated by ASKY Airlines.

Flights from Côte d’Ivoire to Niger

From Côte d’Ivoire you can fly non-stop from Abidjan Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Niger: Niamey. This is the only non-stop flight route from Côte d’Ivoire to Niger, operated by 2 different airlines — Tunisair and Air Cote D'Ivoire.

Côte d’Ivoire to Niger with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 5 airports in Côte d’Ivoire offer flights to Niamey Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Morocco to Niger

From Morocco you can fly non-stop from Casablanca Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Niger: Niamey. This is the only non-stop flight route from Morocco to Niger, operated by Royal Air Maroc.

Morocco to Niger with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 18 airports in Morocco offer flights to Niamey Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Ethiopia to Niger

From Ethiopia you can fly non-stop from Addis Ababa Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Niger: Niamey. This is the only non-stop flight route from Ethiopia to Niger, operated by Ethiopian Airlines.

Ethiopia to Niger with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 25 airports in Ethiopia offer flights to Niamey Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Libya to Niger

From Libya you can fly non-stop from Tripoli Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Niger: Niamey. This is the only non-stop flight route from Libya to Niger, operated by Libyan Airlines.

Libya to Niger with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 5 airports in Libya offer flights to Niamey Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Tunisia to Niger

From Tunisia you can fly non-stop from Tunis Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Niger: Niamey. This is the only non-stop flight route from Tunisia to Niger, operated by Tunisair.

Tunisia to Niger with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 3 airports in Tunisia offer flights to Niamey Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Nigeria to Niger

From Nigeria you can fly non-stop from Kano Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Niger: Niamey. This is the only non-stop flight route from Nigeria to Niger, operated by ASKY Airlines.

Nigeria to Niger with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 3 airports in Nigeria offer flights to Niamey Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Algeria to Niger

From Algeria you can fly non-stop from Algiers Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Niger: Niamey. This is the only non-stop flight route from Algeria to Niger, operated by Air Algerie.

Algeria to Niger with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 28 airports in Algeria offer flights to Niamey Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Chad to Niger

From Chad you can fly non-stop from N'Djamena Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Niger: Niamey. This is the only non-stop flight route from Chad to Niger, operated by Turkish Airlines.

Flights from Mali to Niger

From Mali you can fly non-stop from Bamako Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Niger: Niamey. This is the only non-stop flight route from Mali to Niger, operated by Turkish Airlines.

Mali to Niger with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 3 airports in Mali offer flights to Niamey Airport with a single stop:

Intercontinental flights to Niger

The only non-stop intercontinental connection to Niger is from Turkey, (Asia). Turkish Airlines operates all flights here.

All intercontinental flights can be found below — arranged by continent, country and departure airport.

Non-stop flights from Asia to Niger

From Asia you can only depart from Turkey for a direct flight to Niger. These route(s) are operated by one airline.

Flights from Turkey to Niger

Looking to fly directly from Turkey? This is possible from Istanbul only. You will arrive at Niamey — currently the only direct route connecting Niger and Turkey. Flights are operated by Turkish Airlines.

Turkey to Niger with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 46 airports in Turkey offer flights to Niamey Airport with a single stop:

Most popular routes to Niger

Whether you're looking to explore the scenic landscapes, charming towns and vibrant cities of Niger, visit friends and family or simply need to attend a business meeting — we've got you covered. Check out the list below to find the most popular non-stop flights available for your journey.

Popular routes to Niger with a stopover

If there is no airport near you offering direct flights to Niger, don't worry — you can still reach the country with a brief stopover along the way.

Below is a list of the most popular routes that require a stopover.

To see all 1- or 2-stop flight options, simply use the "Show indirect destinations" button on the map, or use the search bar to select your departure airport and discover all available routes from there to Niger!

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