Yola Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
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About Yola Airport
Yola Airport is an airport located in Yola, the capital of the Adamawa State of Nigeria.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
DNYONOTAMs
DNYOReference 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.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 9,840 ft / 2,999 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 13 / 31 | 5,160 ft / 1,573 m | 98 ft | Asp | Unlit | Closed |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 122.500 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 17% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 63% | 2,514 ft | |
| Feb | 44% | 2,817 ft | |
| Mar | 76% | 3,301 ft | |
| Apr | 85% | 3,338 ft | |
| May | 93% | 2,965 ft | |
| Jun | 86% | 2,497 ft | |
| Jul | 80% | 2,334 ft | |
| Aug | 77% | 2,297 ft | |
| Sep | 83% | 2,297 ft | |
| Oct | 87% | 2,497 ft | |
| Nov | 82% | 2,698 ft | |
| Dec | 67% | 2,490 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~2,297–3,338 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Yola Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Yola Airport?
The ICAO code for Yola Airport is DNYO, and its IATA code is YOL.
Where is Yola Airport located?
Yola Airport is medium airport located in Yola, Nigeria, at an elevation of 599 ft (183 m).
How many runways does Yola Airport have?
Yola Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 9,840 ft / 2,999 m.
Which airlines fly to Yola Airport?
Airlines historically serving Yola Airport include World Scale Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Yola Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Yola Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Yola Airport in?
Yola Airport is in the Africa/Lagos time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Yola Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Yola Airport is approximately 1.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Yola Airport?
The nearest airport to Yola Airport is Garoua International Airport (GOU), about 56 nm to the e, followed by Jalingo Airport and Bajoga Northeast Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Yola Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.