Margaret Ekpo International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 13m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Margaret Ekpo International Airport
Margaret Ekpo International Airport, also known as Calabar Airport, is an airport serving Calabar, the capital of the Cross River State in Nigeria. The airport is named after Margaret Ekpo, who was one of Nigeria's pioneering feminists and anticolonial activists. It was commissioned in 1983 by Alhaji Shehu Shagari, then president of Nigeria.
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Live weather
DNCANOTAMs
DNCAReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 8,040 ft / 2,451 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 124.500 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 19% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0% | 2,128 ft | |
| Feb | 0% | 2,271 ft | |
| Mar | 3% | 2,135 ft | |
| Apr | 3% | 2,108 ft | |
| May | 4% | 1,980 ft | |
| Jun | 1% | 1,779 ft | |
| Jul | 0% | 1,623 ft | |
| Aug | 0% | 1,504 ft | |
| Sep | 0% | 1,653 ft | |
| Oct | 1% | 1,623 ft | |
| Nov | 0% | 1,898 ft | |
| Dec | 0% | 2,091 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,504–2,271 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Margaret Ekpo International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Margaret Ekpo International Airport?
The ICAO code for Margaret Ekpo International Airport is DNCA, and its IATA code is CBQ.
Where is Margaret Ekpo International Airport located?
Margaret Ekpo International Airport is medium airport located in Calabar, Nigeria, at an elevation of 210 ft (64 m).
How many runways does Margaret Ekpo International Airport have?
Margaret Ekpo International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 8,040 ft / 2,451 m.
Which airlines fly to Margaret Ekpo International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Margaret Ekpo International Airport include World Scale Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Margaret Ekpo International Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Margaret Ekpo International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Margaret Ekpo International Airport in?
Margaret Ekpo International Airport is in the Africa/Lagos time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Margaret Ekpo International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Margaret Ekpo International Airport is approximately 0.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Margaret Ekpo International Airport?
The nearest airport to Margaret Ekpo International Airport is Akwa Ibom International Airport (QUO), about 16.4 nm to the wsw, followed by Eket Airport and Lobe Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Margaret Ekpo International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.