Benin Airport

DNBE / BNI

Benin, NG

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NBE
05
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
05/23 7,870 ft 148 ft ASP 46°

Weather Statistics - DNBE

897 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
25%
MVFR
47.7%
IFR
26.8%
LIFR
0.6%

Benin Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 25% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 27.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 38.7% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28.7°C (range: 22°C to 36°C). The best months for VFR flying are November, December, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 14 kt
Calm Winds: 38.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.6%
NE
0.6%
E
0.5%
SE
2.2%
S
7.7%
SW
21.1%
W
26%
NW
1.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.7°C
Range: 22°C to 36°C
22°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

November December September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 897 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Benin Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DNBE
IATA Code: BNI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 258 ft MSL

Location

City: Benin
Country: NG
Latitude: 6.316980°
Longitude: 5.599500°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+-0

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 7,870 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Benin Airport

Overview

Benin Airport (DNBE) is a medium-sized airport located in Benin, Nigeria, situated at an elevation of 258 feet above mean sea level. The airport serves regional aviation needs with a single runway (05/23) measuring 7,870 feet in length and constructed with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Benin Airport are predominantly marginal VFR (45.3%) with good VFR conditions occurring 27.5% of the time. Pilots can expect consistent wind patterns from the west (270°) averaging 6.1 knots, with temperatures ranging from 22°C to 36°C and an average of 28.5°C. November, December, and September offer the most favorable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's location at 6.316980° N, 5.599500° E places it in a relatively stable meteorological region with minimal fog occurrence (only 0.3% of observations). The calm wind condition is notable, occurring 38.7% of the time, which provides consistent approach and departure conditions for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 offers excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 2.8 knots. The long 7,870-foot runway provides ample landing and takeoff space, with consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles and rarely dropping below visual meteorological conditions.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.