General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport

ILR / DNIL

IATA Code
ILR
ICAO Code
DNIL
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport (Ilorin International Airport) serves Ilorin and the surrounding area in Kwara State, Nigeria. It is a regional airport with a single passenger terminal serving domestic and limited regional flights.

General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport
Elevation: 343 m
8.4402, 4.4939

Terminal Guide for General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport #

The airport operates from a single terminal building containing ticketing, security and a small number of gates. Facilities are compact and arranged for short internal walking distances between curb, check‑in and departures. The terminal supports essential passenger services rather than the extensive retail or lounge offerings of larger international hubs.

Getting to and From General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport #

Ground transport typically consists of taxis, private transfers and local car hire; travel to Ilorin city center is generally under 30 minutes depending on traffic. There is no rail connection - plan for road transport and confirm onward services in advance. Parking and short‑term drop‑off areas are available at the terminal curb.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport #

Small regional terminal amenities include basic food and drink options, a baggage claim area and rental‑car services where available. Wi‑Fi availability and charging points may be limited; have local currency available for purchases. Accessibility services are typically provided but may require prior arrangement.

Tips for General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport #

  • Official taxis and private transfers are the common ways into town; agree the fare before you set off if meters are not used.
  • Facilities are limited compared with larger national airports - bring essentials if you arrive outside normal business hours.
  • Local currency and cash are useful for taxis and small purchases at the airport.

Weather & Climate near General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport #

Climate

General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 18°C to 35°C. Abundant rainfall (1168 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 117 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryDecemberFebruary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Excellent 19° - 34° 26° 6 mm mostly sunny 55% 2.1 m/s 1.6 very high 11.6h
February Excellent 21° - 35° 29° 14 mm some cloud 60% 1.9 m/s 1.7 very high 11.7h
March Very Good 22° - 35° 31° 53 mm partly cloudy 69% 2.0 m/s 2.0 very high 12.0h
April Good 23° - 34° 32° 103 mm partly cloudy 77% 2.2 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.2h
May Good 22° - 32° 27° 155 mm partly cloudy 82% 2.0 m/s 2.0 very high 12.4h
June Good 21° - 30° 25° 166 mm overcast 85% 2.0 m/s 1.8 very high 12.5h
July Good 21° - 28° 24° 138 mm overcast 86% 1.8 m/s 1.7 very high 12.4h
August Good 21° - 28° 24° 131 mm overcast 87% 2.0 m/s 1.6 very high 12.3h
September Good 20° - 29° 25° 228 mm overcast 87% 1.4 m/s 1.8 very high 12.1h
October Very Good 21° - 30° 26° 147 mm partly cloudy 84% 1.5 m/s 1.9 very high 11.8h
November Excellent 20° - 33° 26° 19 mm mostly sunny 72% 1.7 m/s 1.8 very high 11.6h
December Excellent 18° - 33° 26° 8 mm mostly sunny 59% 1.8 m/s 1.6 very high 11.5h

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