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Tahoua Airport (THZ)

Tahoua, Niger · medium airport · 14.876° 5.265° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeTHZ
ICAO CodeDRRT
Typemedium airport
NameTahoua Airport
MunicipalityTahoua
CountryNiger
ContinentAF
Latitude14.876° N
Longitude5.265° E
Elevation1266 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score250
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryNiger
ISO Code
RegionTahoua
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Niamey
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+1
DST Offset
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🌬 Best Time to Fly

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

✈ Airlines Serving THZ

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (14.9°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

Tahoua Airport (THZ/DRRT) is a medium-sized domestic airport serving Tahoua, the capital of Niger's Tahoua Region. Located just outside the city in the Sahel, it has a single paved runway and handles limited regional flights, charters, and government or NGO traffic. Its compact facilities and proximity to town make it a practical but low-traffic gateway to central Niger.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors keep small CFA franc notes handy for taxi fares and tips, since card payments and ATMs are unreliable around the airport and in much of Tahoua.
🚖 Getting There

Taxis and private cars are the main way to get to and from Tahoua Airport; there is no regular public bus service. Agree on the fare before you depart or arrange a pickup through your hotel or local contact, especially for early or late flights. Because the airport is close to town, transfers are short, but allow extra time for security checks and possible road delays.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines serve Tahoua Airport?
A: Scheduled service is limited and changes often; the airport mainly handles domestic flights, charters, and occasional regional connections. Check with local carriers or Niger's civil aviation authority before planning.

Q: How far is the airport from Tahoua city center?
A: It is very close to Tahoua, usually only a short drive of a few minutes by taxi or private car.

Q: What facilities are available at THZ?
A: Expect basic facilities only, with a small terminal and no major retail or dining options. Bring any essentials you may need.

Q: Is there public transport to the airport?
A: No reliable public bus service is available; taxis and pre-arranged private transfers are the usual way to reach or leave the airport.

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

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