KAN Airport (Mallam Aminu International Airport) – Cargo, Address, Transit

About This Airport

Salt, leather and cloth once crossed the Sahara by camel to reach Kano, for centuries the southern terminus of the trans-Saharan caravan trade; today such goods arrive by air. Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport is the principal cargo airport of northern Nigeria, with ground handlers NAHCO and SAHCO processing freight and a cargo building that includes a cold room and storage for dangerous goods, fragile items and perishables. In 2025 the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria commissioned a new domestic cargo facility, while an expanded cargo terminal stands near completion. Clearance runs under the Nigeria Customs Service, and the adjacent free trade zone gives Kano a special customs status for imports and re-exports. Roads run north to the markets of Niger and Chad, and the standard-gauge Kano–Maradi railway now under construction is set to tie the airport more closely to its inland catchment. The airport is also a major hub for pilgrim flights during the Hajj. For forwarders, KAN is the natural air-cargo consolidation point for Nigeria's Muslim north.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IATA code of Mallam Aminu International Airport?▼

The IATA code of Mallam Aminu International Airport is KAN. This three-letter code is used for unique airport identification in international air transport.

Where is Mallam Aminu International Airport located?▼

Mallam Aminu International Airport is located in Kano, NG.

What is the ICAO code of Mallam Aminu International Airport?▼

The ICAO code of Mallam Aminu International Airport is DNKN. This four-letter code is used internationally in aviation.

What is the elevation of Mallam Aminu International Airport?▼

Mallam Aminu International Airport is at an elevation of 476 meters (1562 ft) above sea level.

Mallam Aminu International AirportKAN · DNKN

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