Flying from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Abuja Airport (ABV): what you need to know
The timezone in Abuja is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Birmingham.
To ensure you catch your BHX to ABV flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Birmingham Airport to Abuja Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between BHX and ABV include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Abuja Airport (ABV)
Currently, P29,057 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham Airport to Abuja Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P48,303. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from BHX to ABV, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Birmingham Airport to Abuja Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from BHX to ABV.
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Handy information about Birmingham Airport (BHX)
72% of flights that depart Birmingham Airport reach their destination on time.
Birmingham Airport is about 14 kilometers from central Birmingham. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Abuja Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near BHX:
Arriving at Abuja Airport (ABV)
If you're landing on a late Birmingham Airport to Abuja Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ABV:
Pick up a Abuja Airport rental car and visit the lesser-known spots that'll make your trip unforgettable. Sixt and Fox - Rent A Car can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Abuja and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Abuja Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from Abuja Airport (ABV) to central Abuja
Abuja Airport is approximately 40 kilometers from central Abuja. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Abuja Airport (ABV)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham Airport to Abuja Airport is March, while December is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Abuja based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Birmingham Airport to Abuja Airport for March if you want to explore Abuja during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BHX to ABV in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nigeria
Kano is just one of the many cities in Nigeria waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Abuja. Around 354 kilometers away to the north, its top attractions include DanMasanin Kano Palace, National Museum - Gidan Makama and Gidan Makama Museum.
If you're looking to explore another side of Nigeria, consider Ibadan, roughly 434 kilometers south-west of Abuja. Oyo State Cultural Centre, Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity are among its highlights.