Abu Dhabi to Kano (AUH–KAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Abu Dhabi to Kano
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-3h behind 3 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between AUH and KAN, connecting options are available through 3 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for AUH to KAN.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
3
Hubs
~19h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
CAI ~19h 37m ADD ~21h 13m JED ~23h 35m
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2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Kano from Abu Dhabi

Nearby airports with service to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport.
Metric AUH→KAN SHJ→KAN
Distance from AUH – 82 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 1
Sharjah (SHJ) to Kano flights
Airports within 200 miles of AUH with service to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-3h
Kano is 3 hours behind Abu Dhabi.
AUH: +04 · KAN: WAT

When it's 6:00 PM in Abu Dhabi, it's 3:00 PM in Kano.
Visa & Entry

UAE passport holders must obtain a visa before traveling to Nigeria. Apply through the Nigeria Immigration Service portal or a Nigerian embassy. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank pages.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to AUH
Bus E101 runs from Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station to the airport in 45 minutes (AED 4), but runs infrequently and not 24 hours.Taxis from downtown Abu Dhabi cost AED 50–80 (25–40 min). Careem and Uber operate widely at AED 45–70. From Dubai, shared taxis and private cars take 90–120 minutes via the E11 highway (AED 200–350 shared, AED 300–500 private). Dubai Metro does not connect to AUH.

Facts

AUH–KAN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Abu Dhabi to Kano route.
Route details
Time difference-3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections3 hubs
Origin: AUH
Full nameZayed International Airport
IATA / ICAOAUH / OMAA
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Passengers/yr29.4M
Elevation88 ft / 27 m
Destination: KAN
Full nameMallam Aminu Kano International Airport
IATA / ICAOKAN / DNKN
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos
Elevation1,562 ft / 476 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about AUH to KAN flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CAI, ADD and JED. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Kano is 3 hours behind Abu Dhabi.
Nearby alternatives include SHJ. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

3 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 19 hours via CAI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sharjah (SHJ).