Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV): what you need to know
The timezone in Abuja is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Washington DC.
To ensure you get on your IAD to ABV flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between IAD and ABV include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport flight is P25,863. A round-trip fare right now is P49,223. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from IAD to ABV, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of all flights leaving Washington Dulles International Airport, 74.39% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Washington DC to Washington Dulles International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 3 hours 25 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to IAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
Few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal if you've landed on a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport flight. Peace Media Hotels and Abi's Place are great choices near ABV.
Grab a Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport rental car and see parts of the region that most travellers miss. Sixt and Fox - Rent A Car can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Abuja and beyond.
Booking your ride from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport around three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to central Abuja
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Abuja. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Abuja based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport for March if you'd like to visit Abuja during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IAD to ABV sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nigeria
Abuja has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Nigeria you should also see. Around 354 kilometres north of Abuja, a visit to Kano will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Emir's Palace, Gidan Makama Museum and Dala Hill.
Ibadan is another must-experience destination in Nigeria and is around 434 kilometres south-west of Abuja. No journey is complete without visiting Agodi Gardens, Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower.