Sleeping in Airports

N’djamena Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our N’djamena Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit.  Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

The one toilet that did work was filthy from people washing their feet in the toilet bowl. – M. Davy

NDJ Airport Overview

ndjamena airport guideTo help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at N’djamena International Airport.

What to Expect

N’djamena Airport (code: NDJ) is used for both military and public flights. The small commercial terminal is reportedly brand new, primarily handling African routes. Based on traveller reviews, it seems that there are basic shopping and dining options, WiFi, and a lounge.

Sleeping in N’djamena Airport

We do not yet have any sleep-related airport reviews, but the airport seems to close overnight.  Have a backup plan if you’re planning to spend the night.  For uninterrupted sleep, nearby hotels offer free shuttle service. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info or read some traveller airport reviews for more tips.

To help us keep this guide up-to-date, you can add or update information or write a review to submit airport tips and photos.  For more airport information continue scrolling down to explore more in our N’djamena Airport Guide.

In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.  For more information on Europe’s Schengen Area, click here.

airport hotelsAirport Hotels

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near N’Djamena Airport:

  • Hotel La Residence – No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
  • Hotel La Tchadienne – Free airport shuttle is available. » Check Rates

For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels in N’Djamena, search deals and read traveller reviews.

airport loungeAirport Lounges

A reader tells us there is a VIP for first class passengers.  No further details are known.

wifiAirport WiFi/Internet

As of this update we were unable to confirm whether internet access is available. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.

airport infoMore Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover At The Airport

ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available. Fees may apply, so be sure to check your bank’s fee schedule and your daily withdrawal limit if you are travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans.

Luggage Storage & Lockers – Not available.

Mobile Charging – At the time of this update, we did not have any information about mobile charging availability. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.

Rest Zones – There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Showers – Not available.

SIM Cards – A reader has asked us to include where to buy SIM Cards. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.

airport hoursAirport Hours

While it appears that this airport closes at night, as of this update, we were unable to confirm airport hours of operation. If you know the airport hours, click here to update this airport guide.

airlinesAirlines

N’djamena airport is served by the following airlines: Air France • ASKY • Camair Co • Egyptair • Ethiopian Airlines • Royal Air Maroc • Tarco Airlines • Turkish Airlines.

transportationAirport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Car Rental

Car rental agencies are available onsite. Further information is unavailable at the time of this update.

Hotel Shuttles

See also Airport Hotels above.

Last updated: 2024-01-31

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning.  All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice.   The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or  write a review.