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Maradi Airport (MFQ)

Maradi, Niger · medium airport · 13.502° 7.127° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeMFQ
ICAO CodeDRRM
Typemedium airport
NameMaradi Airport
MunicipalityMaradi
CountryNiger
ContinentAF
Latitude13.502° N
Longitude7.127° E
Elevation1240 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score250
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryNiger
ISO Code
RegionMaradi
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Niamey
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+1
DST Offset
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 MFQ

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (13.5°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

Maradi Airport (MFQ/DRRM) is a medium-sized domestic airport serving Maradi, a key commercial city in southern Niger near the Nigerian border. It has a paved runway and a small terminal, with limited scheduled service and mostly charter, government, and private flights. The airport sits just outside the city, making it a convenient but basic gateway to the Maradi region.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors confirm their flight by phone with the airline or a local agent before heading to the airport, since schedules at Maradi can change at short notice and the terminal offers few amenities if you are delayed.
🚖 Getting There

Taxis are the main way to reach Maradi city center; agree on a price before departure and have small CFA franc notes ready. If you are arriving on a late or unscheduled flight, arrange a pickup in advance because airport transport can be scarce. Road conditions vary with the season, so allow extra time during the rainy months.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines serve Maradi Airport?
A: Scheduled commercial service is limited and can change; most flights are charter, private, or government. Check with local carriers or a travel agent before planning a trip.

Q: What are the airport codes for Maradi Airport?
A: The IATA code is MFQ and the ICAO code is DRRM.

Q: How far is Maradi Airport from the city center?
A: It is a short drive from central Maradi, typically around 10-15 minutes by car depending on traffic and road conditions.

Q: Are there taxis or public transport at the airport?
A: Taxis and private cars are the usual options; there is no reliable public bus service. Agree on the fare before leaving the airport.

AI-generated content · Generated Sep 30, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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