Travelling from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Nairobi: what you need to know
The timezone in Nairobi is UTC+3. The city is 2 hours ahead of Abuja, where Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from ABV to Nairobi.
Travelling over a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from ABV to Nairobi, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
You will need an ETA for Kenya if you hold a passport from Nigeria and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Nairobi, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
To get to ABV from central Abuja, it'll take around 38 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Nairobi? Stay somewhere near ABV, like Peace Media Hotels. Abi's Place will also have you moments from the departure gate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Nairobi
Rs141,521 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Nairobi. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs251,703. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ABV to Nairobi if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Nairobi across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi is approximately 14 kilometres. It takes around 22 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to NBO if you have a late flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Nairobi. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Central Nairobi is approximately 3 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL). As soon as your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Nairobi has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 15 minutes.
The journey will take about 46 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near WIL. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from ABV to Nairobi:
Best time to go to Nairobi
July is the busiest month for flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Nairobi. To avoid the crowds, travel to Nairobi in February when things are quieter.
Before booking a flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Nairobi, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Nairobi, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 24ºC. Look for cheap flights from ABV to Nairobi sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Nairobi
Once you've booked your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Nairobi, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nairobi:
Nairobi National Park and The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Nairobi must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.
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