Flights to Abuja

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Can I get a direct flight to Abuja Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between South Africa and Abuja Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How much are return flights to Abuja?

The best price we found for a return flight to Abuja is R 11,292. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Abuja Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Abuja Airport is Wednesday, 17 September 2025.

When is the best time to book flights to Abuja?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Abuja is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Abuja with?

Currently, Qatar Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Abuja.

Flying to Abuja

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 5,270
Cheapest month to fly	September

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How to find cheap flights to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)

R 11,292 is currently the cheapest price for a round-trip flight to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to ABV, the lowest fare is R 5,270.
Stay updated on fares by setting up a Price Alert. As soon as prices on tickets to ABV drop, we'll let you know.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to secure the best price on tickets to Abuja, where Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is located, if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Click on 'Add nearby airports' when searching for a better chance of finding cheap flights to Abuja. This will give you more choices for where you begin and end your journey, as well as different prices.
Search for plane tickets to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport that have one stop or more. Taking the scenic route can be cheaper. After your results show up, use the 'Stops' filter to explore your options.

Best time to go to Abuja

The cheapest month to hop on a flight to Abuja is usually May.
Use the 'Whole month' tool if your travel dates are flexible. Browse fares for an entire month and find a flight to ABV that fits your plans and budget.
June is the most popular month for flights to ABV. Travel then if you're eager to see Abuja at its busiest and best.
The quietest time of the year to travel is February. Lock in your plane tickets to Abuja then and enjoy the top attractions at a more relaxed pace.
The weather can make or break a trip, so consider what kind of conditions you enjoy travelling in. Abuja is warmest in March, averaging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Hoping for clearer skies? January is the driest month in Abuja.
It rains the most during August, which gets around 24 days of wet weather.

Travelling to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV): What you need to know

Avoid the layovers and travel to Abuja quickly. Lock in a direct flight to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport with one of these leading airlines:
Think about booking your ABV plane ticket with Qatar Airways. It's the top performer for punctuality, with up to 75% of flights into this airport touching down on time.
ABV is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Eager to catch up on sleep after your flight to ABV? Get comfy at Peace Media Hotels. For more places to stay close to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, check out Abi's Place.
Why waste time waiting for public transport? Pick up a car hire in ABV and explore Abuja and beyond straight away. Find your ideal set of wheels with Sixt or Fox - Rent A Car.
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport has an on-time performance of 64%. This percentage shows how often flights from ABV reach their destination as scheduled.
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is located in Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria.

Getting to central Abuja from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)

Central Abuja is about 40 kilometres from ABV.
After landing from your flight to ABV, expect a drive to the centre of around 40 minutes.
Abuja makes it easy to find your perfect base. Here's a roundup of comfortable hotels to add to your short list:

Abuja highlights

Jump off your flight to Abuja and head straight for these must-see attractions:
- Abuja panoramic view: Around 3 kilometres north of the city centre, this landmark is a classic place to start your sightseeing around the city.
- VIC OMEGA GARDEN: Take a moment to sit and rest here while exploring Abuja. This park is roughly 3 kilometres north-east of the centre.
- Aso Rock: This is just one more reason to visit this city. A top landmark, it's around 6 kilometres east of the heart of Abuja.

How to get to Kuje from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)

Off to the nearby city of Kuje? It's around 13 kilometres from ABV.

Travelling from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Jikoyi

If Jikoyi is where you're off to, it's around 32 kilometres from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.

Explore more of Nigeria

There's a whole lot more of Nigeria waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres north of Abuja, set out for Kaduna. On the must-see list? Start with AREWA House, Juma'at Central Mosque and AHMADIYYA MOSQUE KADUNA.
Another city in Nigeria that has plenty of appeal is Zaria. From Abuja, it's around 241 kilometres north and features highlights like St Mary's Catholic Church and Zaria City Wall, Zaria, Kaduna State. Work in a visit to Kufena Rock too.
Roughly 209 kilometres north-east of Abuja, Jos is worth working into your travels. Great reasons to visit include Peace island and resort, Jos Museum and Zoo and Jos Wildlife Park.