YOL · DNYO · Yola Airport

Yola Airport (YOL)

Yola, Nigeria · medium airport · 9.258° 12.430° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeYOL
ICAO CodeDNYO
Typemedium airport
NameYola Airport
MunicipalityYola
CountryNigeria
ContinentAF
Latitude9.258° N
Longitude12.430° E
Elevation599 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score750
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryNigeria
ISO Code
RegionYola
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Lagos
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+1
DST OffsetUTC+1
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving YOL

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (9.3°N)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

AI-Enhanced Insights

Yola Airport serves the city of Yola, the capital of Adamawa State in northeastern Nigeria. It functions as a key regional aviation gateway connecting this part of the country to major hubs such as Abuja and Lagos. The airport supports both commercial passenger services and general aviation activity for the surrounding region.

💡 Local Tip
If visiting during the cooler months (November to February), bring a light jacket as early morning flights can be noticeably chilly compared to the warmer daytime climate typical of the region.
🚖 Getting There

Taxis and private car hires are the most common ways to reach Yola Airport from the city center, which is a short drive away. Travelers heading to destinations beyond Yola should arrange ground transport in advance, as options at the airport are limited. Road conditions in the region are generally good, though security updates for northeastern Nigeria should be checked before travel.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Yola Airport?
A: Yola Airport uses the IATA code YOL and the ICAO code DNYO.

Q: Which airlines operate flights from Yola Airport?
A: Domestic carriers serving the airport typically include operators running routes to Abuja and other major Nigerian cities.

Q: Where is Yola Airport located?
A: It is situated near Yola, the capital of Adamawa State in northeastern Nigeria, close to the Cameroon border.

Q: How large is Yola Airport?
A: It is classified as a medium-sized airport serving regional traffic for Adamawa State and nearby areas.

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