Travelling from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to London: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to London and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 13 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is 1 hour behind Abuja, where Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is located.
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most traveled route, with 10 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from ABV to LHR is with British Airways at 08:50. Choose the first departure with British Airways at 08:00 if you want to fly out earlier.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from ABV to London.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to London. Begin your journey at ABV and land at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Book your seat with British Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to London.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from ABV to London, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You'll need an embassy visa for United Kingdom if you have a passport from Nigeria and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to London, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.
ABV is around 40 kilometres from central Abuja. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 38 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
If you're catching an early flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to London, why not stay somewhere nice and close? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy some extra shut-eye) at Peace Media Hotels. Abi's Place is another handy option near ABV.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to London
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to London is $657. The cheapest price for a return flight is $942. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from ABV to London by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to London. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes around 57 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to London. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Once your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to London has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour and 19 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
The journey will take about 1 hour and 26 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near LGW. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from ABV to London at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to London
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to London. July is the most popular month for a trip to London. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to London for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap flights from ABV to London in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in London right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to London:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are popular attractions which should feature on any good London itinerary.
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