Jeddah to Kano (JED–KAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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JED–KAN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Saudia leads the route. The flight covers 2,127 miles in approximately 5h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV Saudia | 4 | 773 | 5h10 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
JED: +03 · KAN: WAT
When it's 6:00 PM in Jeddah, it's 4:00 PM in Kano.
Saudi passport holders need a visa to enter Nigeria. Apply at the Nigerian Embassy in Riyadh. A tourist visa costs about $160, requires a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry, two passport photos, completed application form, return ticket, hotel booking, bank statements, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate. Processing takes 5 to 10 business days. Nigeria does not offer e-visas or visas on arrival for Saudi nationals.
Nigeria also offers a Visa on Arrival pre-approval for business travelers, applied for through the Nigeria Immigration Service portal (portal.immigration.gov.ng). Once approved, collect the visa at the airport for $110. This process takes 48 hours and requires a company invitation letter. Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for entry into Nigeria regardless of origin country. Carry the yellow card.
Direct flights from Jeddah to Lagos and Abuja operate on Saudia and local carriers, with frequencies increasing during Hajj and Umrah seasons due to Nigeria's large Muslim population. Riyadh to Lagos connects through Jeddah, Dubai, Addis Ababa, or Istanbul. Nigeria uses the Nigerian naira (NGN), trading at roughly 415 NGN per SAR 1. Card payments work at hotels and malls in Lagos and Abuja. Carry cash for markets, taxis, and smaller cities. Lagos traffic is intense, and trips across the island can take 1 to 3 hours. Uber and Bolt operate in Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt. Domestic flights connect Lagos to Abuja in 1 hour 10 minutes on Air Peace, Ibom Air, and others (from NGN 50,000, about SAR 120).
The Haramain High Speed Railway connects JED Airport Station to Jeddah city (King Abdullah Station) in about 15 minutes (SAR 20–25). The same line runs to Mecca and Medina, making it useful for Hajj and Umrah travelers.Taxis from central Jeddah cost SAR 60–100 and take 25–45 minutes. Uber and Careem operate widely and typically run SAR 40–80. Driving yourself is straightforward; the airport is well signed from King Abdulaziz Road and the Ring Road.
JED–KAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JED to KAN
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) and Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN) are connected by nonstop service from Saudia. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
JED to KAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JED to KAN is about 5 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,127 miles (3,424 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Cairo, Addis Ababa Bole and Sharjah. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.