# Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport (SKO)

> Sokoto, NG · IATA: SKO · ICAO: DNSO · Medium Airport · Cargo Hub

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| IATA | `SKO` |
| ICAO | `DNSO` |
| City | Sokoto |
| Country | NG |
| Type | Medium Airport |
| Elevation | 308 m |
| Cargo | ✅ |
| GPS | 12.91630, 5.20719 |

## Description

TMA Cargo, a dedicated freight operator, flies alongside passenger carriers such as United Nigeria at Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport, giving Sokoto genuine if modest air-cargo service in Nigeria's far north-west. The airport is the main gateway to Sokoto State, close to the border with Niger, and ongoing terminal and apron upgrades aim to lift both passenger and freight capacity. For large volumes or international connections, the bigger northern cargo airport at Kano (KAN) remains the primary option. The Nigeria Customs Service handles clearance on-site, while seasonal Hajj traffic shapes much of the schedule. Forwarders should treat SKO as a regional feeder rather than a standalone freight gateway.

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