International hub · Niamey, Niger
Niamey/Diori Hamani
- Elevation
- 732 ft
- Coordinates
- 13°29′N 2°11′E
- Local time
- Africa/Niamey
Photo: Paullymac · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Field information
DRRN runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Niamey/Diori Hamani (DRRN/NIM) has 2 runways; the longest, 09L/27R, is 10,499 ft (3,200 m). Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 8. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at DRRN, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/Niamey
Country
Niger
NE
Municipality
Niamey
Elevation
732 ft
Position
13.4815, 2.1836
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 8
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · DRRN
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09L/27R | 10,499 ft (3,200 m) | 98 ft | — | — |
| 09R/27L | 9,843 ft (3,000 m) | 148 ft | — | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at DRRN.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Niamey/Diori Hamani (DRRN / NIM) in Niamey, Niger, through one 24/7 OCC desk. DRRN 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 DRRN
One 24/7 OCC desk
- 01
Overflight & Landing Permits – Niger
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Niger. Applicable permit lead times for Niger 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 Niger are managed end-to-end.
- 02
Ground Handling at DRRN
Direct FBO and handler coordination at DRRN covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at DRRN
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at DRRN is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
- 04
Flight Planning & Dispatch to DRRN
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for DRRN: 13° 28′ 53″ N 2° 11′ 1″ E; elevation 732 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Niamey
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Niamey. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at DRRN.
- 06
Cargo Operations at DRRN
Support for freighter operations into DRRN covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where DRRN sits in the network
Nearest airports in our network
Operating into DRRN?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Niamey/Diori Hamani — one desk for the whole trip.