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Nimba Airport (NIA)

Nimba, Liberia · small airport · 7.495° -8.585° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeNIA
ICAO CodeGLNA
Typesmall airport
NameNimba Airport
MunicipalityNimba
CountryLiberia
ContinentAF
Latitude7.495° N
Longitude-8.585° W
Elevation1632 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryLiberia
ISO Code
RegionNimba
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Monrovia
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+0
DST OffsetUTC+0
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving NIA

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (7.5°N)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Nimba Airport (NIA/GLNA) is a small airstrip in Nimba County, northeastern Liberia, near the Guinea border and the Nimba Mountains. It mainly handles charter, mining, NGO, and private flights rather than scheduled commercial service. The field provides access to nearby towns such as Sanniquellie and Yekepa and to the Mount Nimba region.

💡 Local Tip
Confirm your flight the day before and again on the morning of departure—small-airport schedules in the region often shift with weather and operational needs.
🚖 Getting There

Ground transport is by private vehicle or taxi; there is no regular public shuttle from the airport. Arrange a pickup in advance through your hotel, NGO, or charter operator. Roads can be rough in the rainy season (May–October), so allow extra time and consider a 4x4.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are there scheduled commercial flights to Nimba Airport?
A: No, Nimba Airport generally does not have regular scheduled airline service; most arrivals are charter, private, NGO, or mining-related flights. Check with local operators before planning travel.

Q: What facilities are available at Nimba Airport?
A: Facilities are basic and limited. Expect a simple airstrip and minimal passenger services, so bring any essentials you may need and do not rely on shops or restaurants.

Q: How far is Nimba Airport from Sanniquellie or Yekepa?
A: The airport is in Nimba County and is typically reached by road from nearby towns; travel times vary with road conditions. Confirm the route and current drive time locally before departure.

Q: Is the airport open at night?
A: Night operations are limited or unavailable at many small Liberian airstrips; plan daytime arrivals and departures unless your operator confirms otherwise.
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