Gombe Lawanti International Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 12h 40m 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 Gombe Lawanti International Airport
Brigadier Zakari Maimalari Airport is the international airport that serves Gombe, the capital of Gombe State, Nigeria. Gombe Lawanti International Airport got its name because of its nearness to Lawanti which is a small village in Gombe State, Nigeria. It was built along the Bauchi to Gombe road in Akko Local Government Area, Gombe. The federal government began the Planning in 2005 and it was launched for flights in 2008, it was developed for the public for domestic and commercial services. The first International flight was en route Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Since then the Gombe Lawanti International Airport has recorded high air-passenger traffic. Gombe International Airport has a standard runway paved with asphalt, to allow commercial operations at night. Even runway lighting has been installed, it also has an elevation of 480 metres. Gombe International Airport Lawanti is 3.5 km (2.2 mi) long and can accommodate cargo planes.
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Live weather
DNGOLive departures & arrivals
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Where you can fly from here
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 10,827 ft / 3,300 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Gombe Lawanti International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Gombe Lawanti International Airport?
The ICAO code for Gombe Lawanti International Airport is DNGO, and its IATA code is GMO.
Where is Gombe Lawanti International Airport located?
Gombe Lawanti International Airport is medium airport located in Gombe, Nigeria, at an elevation of 1,590 ft (485 m).
How many runways does Gombe Lawanti International Airport have?
Gombe Lawanti International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 10,827 ft / 3,300 m.
Which airlines fly to Gombe Lawanti International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Gombe Lawanti International Airport include World Scale Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Gombe Lawanti International Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Gombe Lawanti International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Gombe Lawanti International Airport in?
Gombe Lawanti International Airport is in the Africa/Lagos time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Gombe Lawanti International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gombe Lawanti International Airport is approximately 0.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Gombe Lawanti International Airport?
The nearest airport to Gombe Lawanti International Airport is Bajoga Northeast Airport (DN54), about 51.5 nm to the ne, followed by Bauchi Airport and Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Gombe Lawanti International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.