Diori Hamani International Airport is the country’s largest airport serving Niamey, the capital of Niger. The port is located 9 km away from the capital Niamey, along the Route Nationale 1 highway. The airport hosts the highest number of private jet flights among the 3 international ports in the country.
Civilian areas are located on the south side of the airport. On the north side of the harbour is the military zone Base aérienne 101 Niamey. The military airport also serves as a base for foreign armed forces. In particular, the airport is an important deployment and supply base for the French air force
Diori Hamani Airport private jet charter prices
Although Niger air charter fees depend on variables such as the number of passengers, departure airport, flight time, aircraft position, flight date, the prices for private jet charter from Istanbul → Niamey are as follows.
| Midsize Jet | 44.500 EUR |
| Heavy Jet | 51.150 EUR |
| Long Range Jet | 74.950 EUR |
These prices are average amounts and you can contact us on our flight reservation screen or by phone for the most accurate price information.
History of Diori Hamani Airport
Niamey airport was established in 1947 during the French colonial period. In 1959, 3263 aircraft movements, 33,658 passengers and 1980 tonnes of cargo and mail were recorded. After Niger’s independence in 1960, these figures declined, with only 485 aircraft movements, 12,300 passengers and 651 tonnes of cargo and mail carried in 1962.
Amadou Cheiffou, who later became prime minister, was in command of the airport from 1970 to 1975. The airport has existed in its current form since the 1970s. On 18 February 1972, the new terminal of Aéroport International de Niamey was opened. The number of annual passengers increased from 22,151 in 1972 to 101,165 in 1973, and freight and mail from 1327 tonnes to 6770 tonnes. From 1976 to 1979, Ousmane Oubandawaki, then Minister of Defence and Transport, was the airport’s commander. A temporary peak in passenger numbers was reached in 1982, when 203,463 people travelled through the airport. From 1988 to 2004, annual passenger numbers never again exceeded 100,000. Niger experienced a serious economic crisis, which peaked in the early 1990s. Air Niger, the national airline founded in 1966, was forced to cease operations in 1993.
By decree of 22 December 1996, President Ibrahim Baré Maïnassara renamed Aéroport International de Niamey to Aéroport International Diori Hamani. Hamani Diori was Niger’s first president, who died in 1989 and ruled the country from 1960 until his overthrow in 1974. From the mid-2000s, the airport’s operating figures improved again. In the 2009 operating year it recorded 5647 aircraft movements, 154.460 passengers and 3430 tonnes of freight and mail. Scheduled flights from Niamey were offered by just under a dozen airlines in early 2015. Most had domestic services in Africa, with the exception of Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle services.
From 2016 to 2021, the military site was the last forward operating base for a Transall C-160 of the German Air Force, which maintained a MedEvac aircraft here.
Niamey nightlife and attractions
Niamey, the capital of Niger, the economic and cultural centre of the country, is one of the most important cities in Africa.
Among the important touristic spots in the city are Niamey Grand Mosque with its magnificent architecture, the National Museum and Zoo, one of the best national museums in West Africa, Cap Banga, the city’s best-known café built on the Niger River, and the National Museum of Niger, which houses interesting artefacts.
Californium and LeveL Club & Lounge Bars are the most remarkable entertainment venues in the city with a colourful nightlife.
Transportation from Diori Hamani Airport to the city centre
Minibuses called faba faba or taxis are used to reach the city centre. Faba faba’s go directly to the city centre and do not stop on the way. Taxis are available 24/7 in front of the harbour. The journey takes about 15-20 minutes.
Those who rent a private car or want to travel with their own vehicle can reach the city centre by using the N1 and N25 roads.
