Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

Regional Airport · Nigeria

DNBEBNI

Benin Airport

Benin, Nigeria

ICAO

DNBE

IATA

BNI

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

258 ft

Country

Nigeria

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at DNBE

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Benin Airport (DNBE / BNI) in Benin, Nigeria, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

DNBE is listed in our network as a regional airport with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Nigeria

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Nigeria.

Applicable permit lead times for Nigeria are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.

For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Nigeria are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at DNBE

Direct FBO and handler coordination at DNBE covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Benin Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6.

Fuel Planning for DNBE

No fuel supply is recorded at Benin Airport. Our OCC confirms current availability directly with the airport and plans fuel uplift at an alternate station where required.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to DNBE

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for DNBE: 6° 19′ 1″ N 5° 35′ 60″ E; elevation 258 ft; local time UTC+1.

Crew & Passenger Services in Benin

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Benin.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at DNBE.

Cargo Operations at DNBE

Support for freighter operations into DNBE covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Benin Airport

Latitude
6° 19′ 1″ N
Longitude
5° 35′ 60″ E
ICAO code
DNBE
IATA code
BNI
Municipality
Benin
Timezone
UTC+1
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
No fuel
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 6
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To BNI?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for DNBE.

Submit flight inquiry for DNBE

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – DNBE

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Benin Airport?

The ICAO code is DNBE and the IATA code is BNI.

Is Jet A1 available at DNBE?

No fuel supply is recorded at Benin Airport; our OCC confirms availability directly with the airport and plans uplift at an alternate station where required.

What is the fire category at DNBE?

Benin Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6.

What time zone does DNBE operate in?

Benin Airport operates on UTC+1.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for DNBE?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for DNBE.