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Port Harcourt

Port Harcourt (DNPO/PHC) serves Port Harcourt, Nigeria. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (03/21). Field elevation is 87 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 2/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 8/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: DNPO
  • Name: Port Harcourt
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 5.01549
  • Longitude: 6.94959
  • Elevation: 87 ft
  • Country: Nigeria
  • Municipality: Port Harcourt
  • IATA Code: PHC
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Africa/Lagos
  • Distance from City: 28.6 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 03/21

  • Designation: 03/21
  • Dimensions: 9846 X 197
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, VOR/DME, NDB
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 119.200 MHz
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 123.800 MHz

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: http://www.faannigeria.org/nigeria-airport.php?airport=4
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; FAAN regulated approx NGN 5000/ton
  • Parking Fee: NGN 2500/ton per 24h; FAAN schedule
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: NGN
  • Remarks: Port Harcourt International Airport. Rivers State. Oil & gas industry hub. FAAN operated. Handling by NAHCO or SAHCOL.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Multiple suppliers. Oil region; generally good availability. Confirm in advance for large uplifts.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: International airport. Visa required for most nationalities. Yellow fever certificate mandatory. Oil industry traffic.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: %H:%i
  • Curfew End: %H:%i
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: No curfew. Niger Delta region. Tropical climate; heavy rainfall Apr-Oct.

Alternates

DNCA

  • ICAO: DNCA
  • Name: Margaret Ekpo
  • Distance (NM): 83.6
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: International airport. Visa required. Yellow fever certificate mandatory. Near Cameroon border.

Airport Services

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Nigeria Permit Requirements

Slow Overflight: 3d Landing: 7d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours
  • Landing Lead Time: 4-5 business days (72 hours minimum)
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require NCAA authorization. Security clearance may be needed. Recommend 5+ days.

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at DNPO?
The tower frequency at Port Harcourt is 119.2 MHz.
What fuel is available at DNPO?
Port Harcourt offers Jet A-1.
Does DNPO require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Port Harcourt (Nigeria).