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NIM Diori Hamani International Airport
Diori Hamani International Airport (IATA: NIM, ICAO:DRRN) is located in the the city of Niamey, The republic of niger. It is the primary international airport serving Niamey and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :+22723900176

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IATA Code

NIM

ICAO Code

DRRN

Name

Diori Hamani International Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

The republic of niger (NE)

City

Niamey

Latitude

13.4814997

Longitude

2.1836100

Time Zone

UTC+01:00

Phone Number

+22723900176

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Airport Overview

Diori Hamani International Airport（NIM） is the principal international airport serving Niamey, the capital of the Republic of Niger. It is located in the southeastern suburbs of the city, approximately 9 km from central Niamey, alongside Route Nationale 1. For international forwarding, the airport functions primarily as a capital-city gateway and regional distribution point rather than a dedicated global cargo hub. Its logistics value is closely linked to Niamey’s road connections toward eastern Niger and its role as the country’s main diplomatic, governmental and commercial center. The airport complex also includes an air force base, so shipment acceptance, vehicle access and handling arrangements should be confirmed in advance. Our service team can coordinate routing, document review, customs liaison and final-mile delivery according to the confirmed airline and ground-handler plan.

Airport	Diori Hamani International Airport
Codes	IATA: NIM \| ICAO: DRRN
Location	Niamey, Niger; approximately 13.4814997° N, 2.1836100° E
Time zone	UTC+01:00
Airport profile	International passenger airport with civil and military aviation activity

Key Highlights

Capital gateway: The airport is the primary air entry point for Niamey-bound commercial, governmental and project cargo.
Road-linked distribution: Route Nationale 1 supports onward movements toward Dosso, Maradi, Zinder and other eastern Niger destinations, subject to road and security conditions.
Regional connectivity: International cargo is commonly planned through confirmed regional or overseas gateway connections rather than assumed direct freighter capacity.
Mixed-use operating environment: Civil cargo procedures may be affected by restricted areas, security controls and military-airfield access rules.
Planning priority: Pre-alerts, accurate consignee details and early confirmation of handling acceptance are particularly important for time-sensitive shipments.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Publicly available information does not establish a specific cargo-terminal layout, warehouse area or guaranteed specialist equipment for every shipment type. Our service team therefore treats the following as services requiring advance operational confirmation with the appointed airline, ground handler and local customs representatives:

General cargo handling: Booking acceptance, build-up or breakdown, documentation processing and release arrangements depend on the selected carrier and handling agent.
Customs-controlled cargo: Commercial invoices, packing lists, airway bills and any applicable import permits should be submitted before arrival to reduce clearance delays.
Temperature-sensitive cargo: Pharmaceutical, biological or perishable cargo should only be booked after confirmation of cool-room availability, handover limits, temperature range and contingency procedures.
Dangerous goods: Acceptance depends on carrier approval, packaging, marking, labels, Shipper’s Declaration and the applicable IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations.
Oversized or project cargo: Dimensions, gross weight, lifting points, aircraft compatibility and landside equipment must be checked before space is requested.
Last-mile delivery: Airport collection, vehicle access, security escort requirements and delivery to locations outside Niamey should be arranged before dispatch.

Routes & Transit Times

For export and import cargo, our team normally evaluates routings through confirmed West African, North African, Middle Eastern or European gateway connections, depending on airline space, origin and destination.
Direct or connecting availability can vary materially by season, aircraft type, security restrictions, carrier network changes and the acceptance status of the commodity.
Transit time should be calculated from the confirmed cargo-ready date and flight plan, not from the quotation date. Connection availability, customs release and ground delivery are separate time components.
For urgent shipments, we compare airfreight with road-feeder or gateway alternatives and seek a confirmed connection before cargo is tendered.

No fixed airline, frequency or transit-time commitment should be inferred without a live booking confirmation. Our service team will verify the operating carrier, transfer point, cut-off and estimated arrival before acceptance.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary catchmentNiamey and nearby urban, governmental and commercial districts, with onward road distribution subject to route conditions and consignee access.

Eastern Niger movementsRoute Nationale 1 provides a planning corridor toward Dosso, Maradi, Zinder, Gouré, Diffa and N’Guigmi, although delivery feasibility must be assessed case by case.

Typical commercial cargoGeneral merchandise, spare parts, telecommunications equipment, industrial supplies, documents and project-related materials may be routed through the airport.

Special cargoMedical supplies, relief materials, temperature-sensitive products and live animals require pre-approval, specialized documents and confirmed handling arrangements.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Airline cargo cut-off and document cut-off are carrier-specific. Our team confirms both before arranging truck delivery to the airport.
Accurate customs data: The invoice must clearly state product description, quantity, value, currency, origin and consignee details. Vague descriptions such as “parts” or “samples” can trigger clarification or inspection.
Regulated cargo: Dangerous goods, batteries, medicines, food products, biological materials, live animals and dual-use items may require permits, declarations or carrier-specific acceptance checks.
Security and collection: Because the airport has civil and military aviation activity, driver identity, vehicle details, access timing and collection authorization should be submitted in advance where requested.

Shipping Tips

Send the commercial invoice, packing list, cargo dimensions, gross weight, HS description and consignee contact details to our service team before requesting space.
For lithium batteries, dangerous goods or temperature-sensitive products, provide the relevant classification, safety documents, packaging information and required temperature range before booking.
Use strong export-grade packaging suitable for multiple handling stages; mark each package with consignee information, handling instructions and piece count.
For destinations outside Niamey, request a door-to-door quotation that separately identifies airfreight, customs, road delivery, security arrangements and any applicable destination charges.
Keep a routing alternative available through another gateway when the primary connection has limited capacity or the commodity is subject to special acceptance restrictions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Diori Hamani International Airport handle general international air cargo?

General cargo may be arranged subject to the selected airline’s booking acceptance, available handling capacity, customs documentation and security procedures. Our team confirms the complete operating chain before tender.

Can our shipment be delivered directly to a city outside Niamey?

Road delivery can usually be evaluated for destinations connected through the national road network, but the quotation and delivery plan depend on cargo type, route conditions, security requirements and consignee accessibility.

How should we arrange pharmaceutical or other temperature-sensitive cargo?

Provide the product temperature range, packaging method, data-logger requirement, shelf-life constraints and handling instructions before booking. Our team will seek written confirmation of available temperature-controlled handling; it should not be assumed from airport international status alone.

What information is required for dangerous goods?

At minimum, provide the UN number, proper shipping name, class or division, packing group where applicable, net quantity, package details and Shipper’s Declaration when required. Carrier approval must be obtained before cargo delivery.

Why can airport cargo release take longer than the flight?

Arrival notification, customs review, document discrepancies, physical inspection, security release, airline handling and local collection arrangements can each affect the final release time. Our team tracks these stages separately.

Data Sources & Provenance

The airport name, codes, location, coordinates, address, time zone and airport description in this module are based on the supplied airport record for Diori Hamani International Airport. Operational details that may change, including airline acceptance, cargo cut-offs, handling availability, customs practice, security access and road delivery conditions, must be verified against the live booking and local operating parties.

International airport and airline standards reference: iata.org
International aviation standards and aerodrome reference framework: icao.int
Regional air navigation and air traffic services reference: asecna.aero

The cited domains are provided for authority and standards verification. They do not replace a carrier’s live booking confirmation, customs instruction or ground-handler acceptance notice.