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Flights to Abuja

Fly to Abuja (ABJ) from the UK and discover Nigeria’s surprisingly green capital. Flights to Abuja transport you to a striking West African city, packed with diverse architecture, natural beauty and an ever-changing cityscape.

Abuja is developing quickly: skyscrapers are going up, while a variety of ambitious tourism projects, such as the Millennium Tower and a cultural centre dedicated to Nigerian art, are in the pipeline. With little traffic congestion, it’s easy to get around the city by car. Regular flights to Abuja also make it easy to explore northern Nigeria: the capital is a gateway to the ancient trading cities of Zaria and Kano.

Duration of your flight to Abuja

Flights from London to Abuja take a mere 6 hours and 20 minutes. It’s a convenient entry point to Nigeria: there’s no time difference so you’ll fall in with the city’s easy-going rhythm in no time, and English is the official – and widely spoken – language. Still need a break from the pace? Visit one of Abuja’s many public gardens for a bit of downtime.

Flying to Abuja from London Non-stop flights to Abuja

Non-stop flights to Abuja

Fly directly from London to Abuja in under 7 hours and see a different side to Nigeria. Choose to fly with hand baggage only or pick a price that includes a 23kg checked baggage allowance and free seat selection 24 hours before you fly. With British Airways, you can check in for your flight online or via your mobile phone and can also choose your seat up to 24 hours in advance*.

*Free seat selection 24 hours in advance is not available if you are travelling on a hand baggage only (Basic) fare.

Getting around Abuja

Abuja airport is situated about a 40-minute drive from the city centre. The route is relatively smooth and traffic jam-free, thanks to the recent expansion of the highway from four lanes to ten. There is no bus network, but taxis – painted in the colours of the national flag – are plentiful and affordable. Upon arrival at Abuja airport, opt for the officially registered airport cab, El-Rufai, to take you into town.

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