The flight distance from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Mallam Aminu International Airport (KAN) in Kano, Nigeria is 3,424 kilometers (2,128 miles / 1,849 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west southwest at a heading of 257°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:42 in Jeddah, it's 16:42 in Kano.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,514 feet between the two airports. Mallam Aminu International Airport sits higher than King Abdulaziz International Airport.

The return flight from Kano (KAN) to Jeddah (JED) follows a heading of 68° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) and Mallam Aminu International Airport (KAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.