Flying from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, making Washington DC five hours behind Abuja.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your ABV to IAD flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between ABV and IAD:
London Heathrow Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
Cairo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
R 10,787 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 13,724. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from ABV to IAD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ABV to IAD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Handy information about Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
64.23% of flights that depart Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Abuja to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Booked an early flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport? Stay somewhere near ABV, such as Peace Media Hotels. Abi's Place will also have you moments from check-in.
Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
If you're arriving on a late Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near IAD:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and explore beyond Washington DC's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Washington Dulles International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is January, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Washington DC based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ABV to IAD in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Washington DC has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, a trip to New York will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If there's time to check out another side of United States, consider Philadelphia, about 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among its highlights.