International hub · Ilorin, Nigeria
Ilorin
- Elevation
- 1,126 ft
- Coordinates
- 8°26′N 4°30′E
- Local time
- Africa/Lagos
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Field information
DNIL runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Ilorin (DNIL/ILR) has one runway, 05/23, 10,169 ft (3,100 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at DNIL, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/Lagos
Country
Nigeria
NG
Municipality
Ilorin/Ogbomosho
Elevation
1,126 ft
Position
8.4402, 4.4939
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Runways · DNIL
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 10,169 ft (3,100 m) | 197 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at DNIL.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Ilorin (DNIL / ILR) in Ilorin, Nigeria, through one 24/7 OCC desk. DNIL is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at DNIL
One 24/7 OCC desk
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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.
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Ground Handling at DNIL
Direct FBO and handler coordination at DNIL covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at DNIL
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at DNIL is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to DNIL
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for DNIL: 8° 26′ 25″ N 4° 29′ 38″ E; elevation 1126 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Ilorin
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Ilorin. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at DNIL.
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Cargo Operations at DNIL
Support for freighter operations into DNIL covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where DNIL sits in the network
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Operating into DNIL?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Ilorin — one desk for the whole trip.