What It Costs to Get from Niamey Airport to the City

Diori Hamani International Airport is only about 10 km from central Niamey, so the ride is short. But without meters or fixed pricing, knowing what to pay matters.

Taxi Fares

Taxis at Niamey Airport do not use meters. Every fare is negotiated before you get in. Here is what you should expect to pay in 2026:

• To Plateau / city center: 3,000-5,000 CFA francs ($5-8 USD)
• To Niamey Grand Marche area: 3,000-4,500 CFA ($5-7 USD)
• To riverside hotels (Gaweye, Grand Hotel): 2,500-4,000 CFA ($4-7 USD)
• To Radisson Blu / Bravia Hotel: 3,500-5,000 CFA ($6-8 USD)
• Late night (after 10 PM): 5,000-8,000 CFA ($8-13 USD)

Drivers at the airport will often start higher, especially with foreign passengers. A calm, friendly negotiation in French usually brings the price down. If the first driver quotes too much, simply walk to the next one.

Private Transfer Prices

Pre-booked private transfers cost more but come with certainty. Typical rates:

• Sedan (up to 3 passengers): 15,000-25,000 CFA ($25-40 USD)
• SUV or 4x4 (up to 4 passengers): 25,000-40,000 CFA ($40-65 USD)
• Minivan (up to 6 passengers): 30,000-50,000 CFA ($50-80 USD)

These prices include meet-and-greet at arrivals, luggage assistance, and direct routing to your destination. No negotiation, no surprises.

Hotel Pickups

Major hotels charge 10,000-20,000 CFA ($16-33 USD) for airport pickup. This falls between taxi and private transfer pricing. The vehicle quality is usually better than a street taxi, and the driver knows where your hotel is.

What Affects the Price

Several factors push the fare up or down. Time of day matters most -- late-night arrivals always cost more. The number of bags can also be a negotiation point with taxi drivers, though it should not be. Your destination within Niamey affects distance, but since the city is compact, differences are modest. During Ramadan or major events, both taxis and transfers may charge slightly more.

Money Tips

Carry CFA francs in small bills (1,000 and 2,000 notes). Drivers will claim they have no change for a 10,000 CFA note. ATMs in the terminal dispense local currency, but they occasionally run out of cash, especially after multiple flights arrive. Having some CFA ready before you land -- exchanged at your departure city -- is good insurance.