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Lagos to Kano is a Nigerian domestic charter for teams that need dependable timing between the country’s main commercial centre and its northern trade hub. The mission is long enough for aircraft choice to matter, but short enough to support a carefully planned same-day return.
- Direct distance450 NM833 km great-circle
- Fastest in the air1h 28mGulfstream G450
- Estimates fromUS$ 16,200one-way, 4 passengers
- Aircraft that fit11types priced below
Operators covering Lagos–Kano confirm the price and availability by email, usually within a few hours.
What a private jet from Lagos to Kano costs
Every aircraft below can fly LOS–KAN non-stop off the runways at both ends. Prices are computed live from aircraft performance, fuel burn, airport fees and the cost of positioning the aircraft to Lagos — one-way, 4 passengers.
| Aircraft | Class | Seats | Flight time | Estimate, one-way | Exact price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Air 350i | Turboprop | 10 | 1h 58m | US$ 16,200 | |
| Embraer Phenom 300 | Light jet | 8 | 1h 30m | US$ 17,000 | |
| King Air C90GTx | Turboprop | 6 | 2h 13m | US$ 17,100 | |
| Hawker 800XP | Midsize jet | 8 | 1h 34m | US$ 17,100 | |
| Learjet 45XR | Light jet | 8 | 1h 30m | US$ 17,900 | |
| Embraer Legacy 600 | Heavy jet | 13 | 1h 32m | US$ 24,600 | |
| Challenger 605 | Heavy jet | 11 | 1h 31m | US$ 29,300 | |
| Citation XLS+ | Midsize jet | 9 | 1h 32m | US$ 29,800 |
Airports on the Lagos–Kano route
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| Airport | ICAO | IATA | Runway |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murtala Muhammed International AirportLagos | DNMM |
LOS |
12,794 ft |
| Mallam Aminu Kano International AirportKano | DNKN |
KAN |
10,831 ft |
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*Computed estimate, not a quote. Figures move with aircraft availability, positioning and fuel. Single-engine piston aircraft are left out of route guides — the search tool still prices them if you want the absolute cheapest option. Estimates refresh twice daily.
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Who uses this route?
Industrial and project travel
Carry supervisors, advisers or technical teams whose time on site is more valuable than a fixed airline schedule.
Trade and event groups
Coordinate arrival, baggage and return timing for a compact delegation.
Departing Lagos
Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) is the principal Lagos gateway and the standard airport reference for charter planning. The operator confirms the appropriate terminal, handling point and reporting time. Lagos road traffic can be more variable than the flight, so the pickup location belongs in the schedule.
Arriving in Kano
Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN) provides the arrival point. Share the final destination and required on-site time so the quotation can include an honest handling and road-transfer margin rather than treating touchdown as meeting arrival.
Aircraft options
A pressurised turboprop can offer a practical balance of cabin capacity and operating cost. A light jet reduces airborne time and offers a different cabin experience. Larger cabins may be justified by more passengers, substantial baggage or an onward international sector.
Positioning matters. The chosen aircraft may start in Lagos, Abuja or another base. A seemingly cheaper aircraft type can cost more after its empty positioning leg is included.
Same-day return planning
Give the earliest acceptable departure and the hard deadline for leaving Kano. The charter team can compare one aircraft waiting with a separately positioned return. Parking, crew duty and schedule certainty influence which structure is preferable.
Baggage, tools and samples
Declare product samples, equipment cases and heavy tools with exact dimensions and weights. Private aircraft have individual baggage-door and payload limits; calling an item “one bag” is not enough for safe loading. Restricted or hazardous materials require specific approval and may not be accepted.
Need a Kano business day?
Send passenger count, Lagos pickup area, Kano destination, baggage details and return deadline. Request current LOS–KAN aircraft and pricing.
Lagos to Kano private jet prices by group size and trip
The same route priced for different trips. Charter is sold by the aircraft, not the seat, so the cost per person falls as more people fly, and a return is often far cheaper than two one-ways.
| Passengers | Cheapest suitable aircraft | One-way | Per seat | Cheapest jet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | King Air 350i1h 58m in the air | US$16,200 | US$8,100 | US$17,000Embraer Phenom 300 |
| 4 | King Air 350i1h 58m in the air | US$16,200 | US$4,050 | US$17,000Embraer Phenom 300 |
| 8 | King Air 350i1h 58m in the air | US$16,200 | US$2,025 | US$17,000Embraer Phenom 300 |
| 12 | Embraer Legacy 6001h 32m in the air | US$24,600 | US$2,050 | US$24,600Embraer Legacy 600 |
| Trip, 4 passengers | Cheapest suitable aircraft | Estimate | vs one-way |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way | King Air 350i | US$16,200 | — |
| Return, same day | King Air 350i | US$16,800 | 1.0× |
| Return after 3 nights | King Air C90GTx | US$22,500 | 1.4× |
How much is a private jet from Lagos to Kano for 8 passengers?
About US$16,200 one-way for the whole aircraft in a King Air 350i (1h 58m in the air), or roughly US$2,025 per seat. For two passengers the cheapest option is US$16,200. These are live estimates including positioning, airport and navigation fees.
How much does a return private jet from Lagos to Kano cost?
For four passengers, a same-day return costs about US$16,800 in a King Air 350i, 1.0 times the one-way estimate of US$16,200. Flying back after three nights costs about US$22,500; the engine compares keeping the aircraft and crew with you against two separate rotations and uses the cheaper. A one-way price already pays for the aircraft to fly home empty, which is why a return costs far less than two one-ways.
Estimates as of 30 October 2026: whole aircraft in US dollars, including positioning, airport and navigation fees; returns include crew overnight and standby costs or two rotations, whichever is cheaper. The operator confirms the final price. Compare every route in the Africa Private Jet Price Index.
Frequently asked questions
Can we return from Kano the same day?
Potentially. Meeting length, aircraft parking, availability and crew duty must fit. A short visit is usually easier to protect with an aircraft that waits.
Is a turboprop suitable for Lagos–Kano?
Often, yes. Compare total journey time, cabin, payload and live aircraft position with a light jet.
Can Kano to Lagos be booked one way?
Yes. One-way pricing depends heavily on whether an aircraft is already in Kano or can combine the flight with another mission.
Which other Nigeria routes are covered?
See Lagos–Abuja, Lagos–Port Harcourt and the wider Nigeria private-jet guide.
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