Traveling from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV): what you need to know
When organizing your flight from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV), you'll have a good selection of airports to take off from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Expect to be in the air for 6 hours 13 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.
Abuja is 1 hour ahead of London. Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is located in Abuja, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV), with 10 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to ABV is the 22:25 British Airways option. If you prefer traveling later, the last departure is at 22:30 with British Airways.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from London to ABV.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) operate out of this terminal.
British Airways is a leading airline that operates direct flights from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport leaving from LHR.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from London to ABV leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from central London to LHR is approximately 31 kilometers. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Want a hassle-free start to your vacation? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Planning to leave from London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? You can book a direct flight from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) departing from this hub.
British Airways has direct flights from London to ABV departing from LGW. Book your preferred aisle seat and get to your destination in one go.
Split up your flight from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and ABV are:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can arrive at LGW from the center of London in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to cover the 80 kilometers or so.
Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to ABV, take it easy in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
About Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
Touching down on a late flight from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport? Collect your bags and go straight to the comfort of a hotel. Two good options near ABV are Peace Media Hotels and Abi's Place.
Getting from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to central Abuja
From Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja is approximately 40 kilometers away. It takes around 38 minutes to reach the center driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
For a one-way ticket from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, $353 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from $611. These are currently the lowest fares but could change depending on availability.
Book 7 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from London to ABV.
The cheapest month for tickets from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. June is the most popular month to travel to Abuja. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Abuja. The warmest month is March. Book your flights from London to ABV sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 39ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 37ºC. Look for cheap flights from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Abuja
Once you've booked your flight from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Abuja:
Abuja National Mosque and Jabi Lake are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Abuja travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at National Children's Park and Zoo.
Complete your Abuja trip with a car rental
Grab the keys to one of our car rentals in Abuja and see the city at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.