Travelling from Ouagadougou International Airport (OUA) to Niamey Airport (NIM): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Ouagadougou International Airport to Niamey Airport is 45 minutes.
Niamey is one hour ahead of Ouagadougou and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Every week, there are ten Ouagadougou International Airport to Niamey Airport flights. If you prefer to take off early, pick the 16:30 ASKY flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 20:05 with Tunisair.
Leave plenty of time to catch your OUA to NIM flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
With direct flights from Ouagadougou International Airport to Niamey Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Niamey (and then other corners of Niger) is easy. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Air Burkina.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for OUA to NIM flights is Tunisair.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ouagadougou International Airport to Niamey Airport. Here are the top stopovers between OUA and NIM:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ouagadougou International Airport (OUA) to Niamey Airport (NIM)
R 2,820 is the best price for a one-way Ouagadougou International Airport to Niamey Airport flight. Return flights start from R 7,444. These prices may change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from OUA to NIM by booking at least eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Ouagadougou International Airport to Niamey Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from OUA to NIM by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Handy information about Ouagadougou International Airport (OUA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ouagadougou International Airport, 65.59% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Ouagadougou International Airport from central Ouagadougou, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 2 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near OUA. Whether you have an early flight from Ouagadougou International Airport to Niamey Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Niamey Airport (NIM)
Landing late on an Ouagadougou International Airport to Niamey Airport flight? Grab your luggage and go directly to a nearby hotel. Two great choices close to NIM are Hotel Univers 3 Aeroport Luxe and Au Havre de Paix.
Getting from Niamey Airport (NIM) to central Niamey
Niamey Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Niamey. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Niamey Airport (NIM)
The quietest month for a flight from Ouagadougou International Airport to Niamey Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Niamey based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Ouagadougou International Airport to Niamey Airport for April if you'd like to go to Niamey during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from OUA to NIM in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) on average.
Explore more of Niger
Niamey has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Niger just waiting to be explored. About 370 kilometres north-east of Niamey, a trip to Tahoua will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Route de Taza Ville, Place publique and Route de Bambaye.
Next up? Set out for Saguia. It's located about 6 kilometres south of Niamey and features highlights like Amadou labati.