Cheap Flights from London to Katsina (DKA)
Traveling to the Home of Hospitality? Good Flights simplify your journey to the historic city of Katsina. We provide the best flight connections from London (Heathrow & Gatwick) to Umaru Musa Yar’adua Airport (Katsina – DKA).
Since there are no direct international flights to Katsina, we organize the safest and fastest route via Abuja, helping you avoid the long road journey across Northern Nigeria.
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Flights to Katsina (DKA) From London
How to Travel from London to Katsina?
Katsina is served by Umaru Musa Yar’adua Airport, a key domestic hub in the North. To reach here from the UK, Abuja is your only gateway.
Step 1: The International Leg (London to Abuja)
- Best Route: Fly from London to Abuja (ABV) via British Airways (Heathrow) or Turkish Airlines (Gatwick/Heathrow via Istanbul).
- Why Abuja? Flights from Lagos to Katsina are extremely rare or non-existent. Abuja offers the best frequency for connecting flights.
Step 2: The Domestic Leg (Abuja to Katsina)
- The Flight: Take a short 1-hour flight from Abuja to Katsina.
- Airlines: Max Air and Rano Air are the primary operators on this route.
- Schedule: Domestic flights to Katsina do not run every single hour. We will help you align your international arrival with the local flight schedule.
Best Airlines for the Main Journey
- Turkish Airlines: (Via Istanbul). The favorite for Katsina travelers. They offer Halal catering and a generous 46kg baggage allowance, perfect for traders heading to the border markets.
- British Airways: (Via London). Arrives in Abuja in the morning (approx. 04:40 AM), giving you plenty of time to catch a morning or afternoon flight to Katsina.
- Max Air: The most reliable local carrier for the final leg. They are known for their strong network in Northern Nigeria.
Flight Facts: London to Katsina
Key details for your trip to the Northern Border.
Feature | Details |
Main Transit Hub | Abuja (ABV) – Mandatory |
Final Destination | Umaru Musa Yar’adua Airport (DKA) |
Domestic Flight Time | Approx. 1 hour |
Key Local Airlines | |
Nearby Locations | Daura, Maradi (Niger Republic), Kano |
Why Fly to Katsina (Instead of Kano)?
- Proximity: If your final destination is Katsina town or Daura, flying directly to DKA saves you a 3-hour drive from Kano Airport.
- Safety: The road from Kano to Katsina is generally safe, but flying directly eliminates all road travel risks and checkpoints.
- Comfort: Umaru Musa Yar’adua Airport is modern, clean, and less crowded than Kano, ensuring a quick exit with your luggage.
Have Questions? We have Got Answers.
Are there direct flights to Katsina from the UK?
No, Katsina is a domestic airport. You must fly into Abuja (ABV) first.
Which airlines fly to Katsina?
Max Air and Rano Air are the main operators. United Nigeria Airlines has also operated flights seasonally.
How far is the airport from Katsina city?
The airport is very close, just a 10-15 minute drive from the city center and major government areas.