Margaret Ekpo International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
CBQ
ICAO Code
DNCA
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

Margaret Ekpo International Airport (Calabar) is a small regional airport serving Calabar and southern Cross River State. It operates from a single passenger terminal handling domestic services and occasional regional international flights.

Margaret Ekpo International Airport
Elevation: 64 m
4.9760, 8.3472

Terminal Guide for Margaret Ekpo International Airport #

The airport has a single passenger terminal building that handles arrivals and departures on one concourse. Facilities are compact and arranged landside/airside in one building - check-in, security and immigration are all within the same terminal footprint. Expect short walking distances between check-in and gates.

Getting to and From Margaret Ekpo International Airport #

Taxis and shared minibuses are the main ways to reach Calabar city from the airport; travel to the city center typically takes about 15-30 minutes depending on traffic. There is no rail service.

  • Taxis: Metered taxis or airport taxis are available outside the terminal; fares vary by time of day and negotiation, pay in cash.
  • Buses/minibuses: Local shared minibuses (danfos) and shuttles serve routes into Calabar; these are cheaper but less predictable.
  • Driving: The airport is a short drive from central Calabar; road connections are straightforward but can be congested during peak hours.

Public transport and formal ride‑share services are limited compared with larger Nigerian airports; plan transfers in advance if arriving late.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Margaret Ekpo International Airport #

The terminal is small and focused on basic passenger needs. Food & drink: a small selection of cafés or kiosks is typically available landside; choice is limited, especially outside peak hours. Wi‑Fi: public Wi‑Fi may be limited or unavailable; assume mobile data is more reliable. Lounges: there are no major international lounge operators; any airline lounges are small or operated by carriers. Charging & seating: limited charging points and seating; carry a power bank. Accessibility: basic accessible facilities are present but limited; request assistance from your airline in advance.

Weather & Climate near Margaret Ekpo International Airport #

Climate

Margaret Ekpo International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2665 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 122 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryDecemberFebruary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 24 mm and partly cloudy skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° 31°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

February

February is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 32°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

March

March is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (143 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
23° 32°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

143 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.0h daylight

April

April is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (194 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

194 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.1h daylight

May

May is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (263 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

263 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

June

June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (370 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 30°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

370 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

July

July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (414 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 28°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

414 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
12.2h daylight

August

August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (368 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 28°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

368 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
12.2h daylight

September

September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (378 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 29°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

378 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
12.0h daylight

October

October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (294 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

294 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

November

November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (134 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

69 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 30°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

134 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

December

December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

87 Excellent

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

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