International hub · Sokoto, Nigeria
Sokoto/Saddiq Abubakar III International
- Elevation
- 1,010 ft
- Coordinates
- 12°55′N 5°12′E
- Local time
- Africa/Lagos
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Field information
DNSO runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Sokoto/Saddiq Abubakar III International (DNSO/SKO) has one runway, 08/26, 9,844 ft (3,000 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 6. Operating hours: Dly 0600-1800. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at DNSO, 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
Sokoto
Elevation
1,010 ft
Position
12.9157, 5.2075
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 6
Operating hours
Dly 0600-1800
Runways · DNSO
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 9,844 ft (3,000 m) | 197 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at DNSO.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Sokoto/Saddiq Abubakar III International (DNSO / SKO) in Sokoto, Nigeria, through one 24/7 OCC desk. DNSO 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 DNSO
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.
- 02
Ground Handling at DNSO
Direct FBO and handler coordination at DNSO covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at DNSO
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at DNSO is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to DNSO
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for DNSO: 12° 54′ 57″ N 5° 12′ 27″ E; elevation 1010 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Sokoto
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Sokoto. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at DNSO.
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Cargo Operations at DNSO
Support for freighter operations into DNSO covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where DNSO sits in the network
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Operating into DNSO?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Sokoto/Saddiq Abubakar III International — one desk for the whole trip.