AKR
Akure
Nigeria
5,578 km
3,466 miles
AUH
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
Distance
5,578 km
3,466 mi / 3,012 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Africa/Lagos
Heading
64°
east northeast

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AKR AUH
Airport Name Akure Airport Abu Dhabi International Airport
IATA Code AKR AUH
ICAO Code DNAK OMAA
City Akure Abu Dhabi
Country Nigeria United Arab Emirates
Timezone Africa/Lagos Asia/Dubai
Elevation 1,100 ft 88 ft
Coordinates 7.250000, 5.300000 24.430000, 54.650000

Akure (AKR) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Akure Airport (AKR) in Akure, Nigeria to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is 5,578 kilometers (3,466 miles / 3,012 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 64°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Nigeria with United Arab Emirates. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:28 in Akure, it's 23:28 in Abu Dhabi. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,012 feet between the two airports. Abu Dhabi International Airport sits lower than Akure Airport.

The return flight from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Akure (AKR) follows a heading of 259° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Akure Airport (AKR) and Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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