How to find cheap flights to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN)
The cheapest price currently available for a one-way flight to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport is $450. A round-trip plane ticket to KAN right now is $2,650.
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We recommend booking around one month before takeoff. That's when you're likely to get the best prices for tickets to Kano, where Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport is located.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' during your search to increase your chances of landing cheap flights to Kano. This will give you more choices for where you take off and land, along with different fares.
Search for plane tickets to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport that come with a stop or two. Taking an indirect route can help you save. After your results appear, select the 'Stops' filter to browse your options.
Best time to go to Kano
The cheapest month to take off on a flight to Kano is usually June.
To find the cheapest month for flights to KAN, use the 'Whole month' tool. If your travel dates are flexible, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest available fares.
If you'd like to experience Kano at its busiest, book your flights to KAN for March. Taking a trip during peak seasons typically means more to see and do compared to other times.
The quietest time of the year to travel is December. Lock in your plane tickets to Kano then and enjoy the top attractions at a more relaxed pace.
Check the weather conditions before you travel. April brings the warmest days in Kano, with averages of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Want to visit when you're less likely to need an umbrella? January is the driest month in Kano.
The wettest time of year is August. Take your trip then and you'll likely get around 20 days of rainfall.
Flying to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN): What you need to know
Skip the layovers and travel to Kano quickly. Book a direct flight to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport with one of these airlines:
Think about booking your KAN plane ticket with Qatar Airways. It's the carrier with the strongest punctuality record, with up to 89% of flights to this hub showing up on time.
KAN is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Eager to get some rest after your flight to KAN? These hotels close to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport offer the perfect place to relax and recharge:
Flights taking off from Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport touch down when expected 67% of the time. This measure helps measure the airport's overall punctuality.
Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport is located in Kano, Kano State, Nigeria.
Getting to central Kano from Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN)
The distance from KAN to central Kano is about 11 kilometres.
You'll reach the centre in around 25 minutes if you're taking a taxi or a ride-share after your flight to KAN.
Hop on public transport and you'll be there in roughly 40 minutes.
The right hotel can turn a good trip into a great one. Unpack your bags at one of these traveller-approved options in Kano:
Kano highlights
Put these leading attractions high on your must-visit list after hopping off your flight to Kano:
DanMasanin Kano Palace: The perfect place to begin sightseeing, this landmark is located around 8 kilometres west of the city centre.
Gidan Makama Museum: This is another good reason to visit this city. A memorable landmark, it's around 8 kilometres west of the heart of Kano.
How to get to Wudil from Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN)
Heading straight for Wudil? From KAN, it'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes to drive there. The city is about 64 kilometres from the airport.
Travelling from Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN) to Gaya
Gaya is another city that you can easily get to from Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport. It's about 56 kilometres away.
It'll take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so to drive to Gaya.
Explore more of Nigeria
Nigeria isn't done impressing you yet. Venture on to Kaduna, located around 209 kilometres southwest of Kano. AREWA House, Juma'at Central Mosque and St. Joseph's Catholic Cathedral should be on your must-see list.
Another city in Nigeria that has plenty going for it is Zaria. From Kano, it's roughly 145 kilometres southwest and features highlights like Zaria City Wall, Zaria, Kaduna State and Emir's Palace, Zaria. Make time for A.B.U. Central Mosque too.
Expand your adventure to Jos. Roughly 241 kilometres south of Kano, Jos Museum and Zoo, Jos Wildlife Park and NIRVANA PARK AND GARDENS make the trip worthwhile.
