What is the IATA code for Niamey Airport?

The IATA code for Niamey is NIM.

Niamey (NIM) in Niamey, Niger. Terminal info, airlines, transport to city, and flight search on FareEagle.

NIM

Niamey

Q: How to reach Niamey Airport from the city?

Metro/Rail: There is no metro or rail service to Diori Hamani International Airport. Bus: Public buses are available but infrequent and unreliable. Route numbers are not consistently marked. Taxi/Cab: Taxis are available outside the terminal. Negotiate the fare before starting your journey. Expect to pay around 5000-7000 CFA to the city center. Distance: Approximately 12 km from Niamey city center. Travel time is about 20 minutes without traffic, and 30-40 minutes during peak hours.

Niamey, Niger

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Aéroport International Diori Hamani, BP 968, Niamey, Niger

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ℹ️ About Niamey

Diori Hamani International Airport (NIM) serves Niamey, the capital of Niger. The airport is named after Niger's first president, Diori Hamani.

In 2019, the airport handled approximately 400,000 passengers. The airport is operated by the government of Niger and serves as a hub for Niger Airlines.

🏢 Terminals

Diori Hamani International Airport has one main terminal building. This terminal handles both domestic and international flights.

The terminal has a capacity of approximately 500,000 passengers per year. There are no separate concourses or piers.

Recent expansion projects have focused on improving existing facilities.

🚗 How to Reach Niamey Airport

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Metro/Rail

There is no metro or rail service to Diori Hamani International Airport.

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Bus

Public buses are available but infrequent and unreliable. Route numbers are not consistently marked.

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Taxi/Cab

Taxis are available outside the terminal. Negotiate the fare before starting your journey. Expect to pay around 5000-7000 CFA to the city center.

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Distance

Approximately 12 km from Niamey city center. Travel time is about 20 minutes without traffic, and 30-40 minutes during peak hours.

🛎️ Airport Facilities

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Lounges

No known lounges are available at the airport.

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Food & Dining

A small cafe is available offering basic snacks and drinks. No 24-hour options are known.

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Shopping

Limited shopping options are available, including a small duty-free shop.

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Connectivity

Limited or no public WiFi is available.

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Banking

An ATM is available. Currency exchange services may be limited.

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Medical

Basic first aid services are available.

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Other

Prayer room is available.

🅿️ Parking

Short-term parking is available directly outside the terminal. Rates are approximately 500 CFA per hour and 3000 CFA per day.

💡 Tips for Travellers

Negotiate the taxi fare before getting into the taxi to avoid overcharging.

Be prepared for limited food and beverage options; consider bringing your own snacks.

Arrive at least 2-3 hours before your international flight due to potentially slow check-in and security processes.

Exchange currency in the city center before arriving at the airport for better rates.

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