Flying from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV): What you need to know
You can take your pick of numerous airports when planning a flight from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV). Check out your options for flying out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
The average length of a direct London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport flight is 6 hours 15 minutes.
Abuja is one hour ahead of London. Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is located in Abuja, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
You can pick from 7 direct flights a week between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV). This is the most popular route, with British Airways offering a 10:25pm departure from LHR to ABV.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to ABV. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Go straight to your destination from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Nonstop flights from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) operate from here.
British Airways is a popular airline that operates direct flights from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport taking off from LHR.
British Airways is the airline most travellers choose for flights from LHR to ABV.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is British Airways.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from London to ABV departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Here's where you could connect through:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
LHR is around 31 kms (19 miles) from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near London Heathrow Airport:
68.18% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, browse these options when taking off from London Gatwick Airport:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kms (50 miles) away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your London to ABV flight? Unwind in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
69.26% of flights taking off from London Gatwick Airport arrive according to schedule.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is roughly 64 kms (40 miles) from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Make catching an early London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
Flights departing from STN touch down at their destination on schedule 64.73% of the time.
About Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've touched down on a late flight from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. Peace Media Hotels and Abis Place are great choices near ABV.
Pick up a Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport rental car and see parts of the region that most travellers miss. Sixt and Fox - Rent A Car can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Abuja and beyond.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is £245. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £391. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap flights from London to ABV by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
April is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport ticket. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a new deal shows up on plane tickets from London to ABV.
Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
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 (ABV). June is when most people visit Abuja. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in February.
The warmest month in Abuja is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Lock in your London to ABV plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in January when temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
More about Abuja
Once you've booked your flight from London to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Abuja:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Jabi Lake, Abuja panoramic view and Aso Rock are major attractions which should be on any good Abuja itinerary.
Explore more of Nigeria
You've visited Abuja, now it's time to explore other parts of Nigeria. Journey about 177 kms (110 miles) north to Kaduna to check off its leading attractions. From AREWA House to Juma'at Central Mosque and AHMADIYYA MOSQUE KADUNA, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Nigeria, consider Zaria, roughly 241 kms (150 miles) north of Abuja. St Mary's Catholic Church, Zaria City Wall, Zaria, Kaduna State and Kufena Rock are highlights.