Direct (nonstop) flights from Ouagadougou to Niamey

4 airlines fly nonstop from Ouagadougou (OUA) to Diori Hamani (NIM). It's 260 miles (419 km), about 1h in the air. Operated by Air Burkina, Ethiopian Airlines, Air Cote DIvoire and others.

OUA
Ouagadougou
🇧🇫 Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
NIM
Diori Hamani
🇳🇪 Niamey, Niger
Flight Time
1h
Distance
260 mi
419 km
CO₂/pax
48 kg
−184 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Air Burkina +3
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Air Burkina Air Burkina Ethiopian Airlines Ethiopian Airlines Air Cote DIvoire Air Cote DIvoire ASKY Airlines ASKY Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Burkina 2J Air Burkina
Route
OUA → NIM
Flight Time
1h
Distance
260 mi
Ethiopian Airlines ET Ethiopian Airlines
Route
OUA → NIM
Flight Time
1h
Distance
260 mi
Air Cote DIvoire HF Air Cote DIvoire
Route
OUA → NIM
Flight Time
1h
Distance
260 mi
ASKY Airlines KP ASKY Airlines
Route
OUA → NIM
Flight Time
1h
Distance
260 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ouagadougou to Niamey with one stop · direct emits 48 kg CO₂ per passenger

OUA BKO (Bamako) NIM
Leg 1: 1h 20m (434 mi) Leg 2: 1h 58m (685 mi) Total: ~3h 18m 🍃 232 kg CO₂ (+383% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OUA → BKO
1h 20m · 434 mi
View OUA to BKO flights →
Leg 2
BKO → NIM
1h 58m · 685 mi
View BKO to NIM flights →
OUA LFW (Lome) NIM
Leg 1: 1h 45m (465 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (506 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 205 kg CO₂ (+327% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OUA → LFW
1h 45m · 465 mi
View OUA to LFW flights →
Leg 2
LFW → NIM
1h 35m · 506 mi
View LFW to NIM flights →
OUA ABJ (Abidjan) NIM
Leg 1: 1h 30m (515 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (702 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 250 kg CO₂ (+421% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OUA → ABJ
1h 30m · 515 mi
View OUA to ABJ flights →
Leg 2
ABJ → NIM
2h 30m · 702 mi
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OUA DSS (Dakar) NIM
Leg 1: 3h 10m (1,058 mi) Leg 2: 3h 30m (1,294 mi) Total: ~6h 40m 🍃 423 kg CO₂ (+781% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OUA → DSS
3h 10m · 1,058 mi
View OUA to DSS flights →
Leg 2
DSS → NIM
3h 30m · 1,294 mi
View DSS to NIM flights →
OUA CMN (Casablanca) NIM
Leg 1: 3h 35m (1,496 mi) Leg 2: 3h 55m (1,501 mi) Total: ~7h 30m 🍃 532 kg CO₂ (+1008% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OUA → CMN
3h 35m · 1,496 mi
View OUA to CMN flights →
Leg 2
CMN → NIM
3h 55m · 1,501 mi
View CMN to NIM flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Ouagadougou to Niamey?

A nonstop flight from Ouagadougou (OUA) to Niamey (NIM) takes approximately 1 hours. The distance is 260 miles (419 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Ouagadougou to Niamey?

4 airlines: Air Burkina, Ethiopian Airlines, Air Cote DIvoire, ASKY Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Ouagadougou to Niamey?

Yes. 4 airlines: Air Burkina, Ethiopian Airlines, Air Cote DIvoire, ASKY Airlines.

How far is Ouagadougou from Niamey?

The flight distance from Ouagadougou to Niamey is 260 miles (419 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What is the time difference between Ouagadougou and Niamey?

Niamey is 1 hour ahead of Ouagadougou. (Africa/Ouagadougou vs Africa/Niamey.)

What type of aircraft flies from Ouagadougou to Niamey?

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

Do I need a visa to travel from Burkina Faso to Niger?

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

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Ouagadougou to Niamey?

Roughly 48 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 240 km.

Is the return flight from Niamey to Ouagadougou 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 Ouagadougou to Niamey?

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 Ouagadougou for this flight?

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