Direct (nonstop) flights from Yaounde to Libreville

2 airlines fly nonstop from Yaounde Nsimalen (NSI) to Libreville Leon M Ba (LBV). It's 267 miles (430 km), about 1h 15m in the air. Operated by Ethiopian Airlines, Afrijet.

NSI
Yaounde Nsimalen
🇨🇲 Yaounde, Cameroon
LBV
Libreville Leon M Ba
🇬🇦 Libreville, Gabon
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
267 mi
430 km
CO₂/pax
49 kg
−27 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Ethiopian Airlines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Ethiopian Airlines Ethiopian Airlines Afrijet Afrijet

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Ethiopian Airlines ET Ethiopian Airlines
Route
NSI → LBV
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
267 mi
Afrijet J7 Afrijet
Route
NSI → LBV
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
267 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Yaounde to Libreville with one stop · direct emits 49 kg CO₂ per passenger

NSI BSG (Bata) LBV
Leg 1: 1h (172 mi) Leg 2: 38m (103 mi) Total: ~1h 38m 🍃 76 kg CO₂ (+55% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NSI → BSG
1h · 172 mi
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Leg 2
BSG → LBV
38m · 103 mi
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NSI DLA (Douala) LBV
Leg 1: 45m (128 mi) Leg 2: 1h (245 mi) Total: ~1h 45m 🍃 94 kg CO₂ (+92% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NSI → DLA
45m · 128 mi
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Leg 2
DLA → LBV
1h · 245 mi
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NSI SSG (Malabo) LBV
Leg 1: 1h (195 mi) Leg 2: 50m (232 mi) Total: ~1h 50m 🍃 104 kg CO₂ (+112% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NSI → SSG
1h · 195 mi
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Leg 2
SSG → LBV
50m · 232 mi
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NSI BGF (Bangui) LBV
Leg 1: 1h 15m (483 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (685 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 241 kg CO₂ (+392% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NSI → BGF
1h 15m · 483 mi
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Leg 2
BGF → LBV
1h 45m · 685 mi
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NSI LFW (Lome) LBV
Leg 1: 2h (729 mi) Leg 2: 2h (686 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 287 kg CO₂ (+486% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NSI → LFW
2h · 729 mi
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Leg 2
LFW → LBV
2h · 686 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Yaounde to Libreville?

A nonstop flight from Yaounde (NSI) to Libreville (LBV) takes approximately 1 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 267 miles (430 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Yaounde to Libreville?

2 airlines: Ethiopian Airlines, Afrijet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Yaounde to Libreville?

Yes. 2 airlines: Ethiopian Airlines, Afrijet.

How far is Yaounde from Libreville?

The flight distance from Yaounde to Libreville is 267 miles (430 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Yaounde to Libreville?

At 1h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Cameroon to Gabon?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Gabon embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Yaounde to Libreville?

Roughly 49 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 245 km.

Is the return flight from Libreville to Yaounde also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Yaounde to Libreville?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Yaounde Nsimalen for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.