Flying from Akanu Ibiam International Airport (ENU) to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV): what you need to know
Enugu and Abuja follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Leave enough time to catch your ENU to ABV flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
With direct flights from Akanu Ibiam International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Abuja (and then other corners of Nigeria) is a cinch. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
Air Peace is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Akanu Ibiam International Airport (ENU) to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
62 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Akanu Ibiam International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 126 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ENU to ABV if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Akanu Ibiam International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Akanu Ibiam International Airport (ENU)
74.29% of flights taking off from Akanu Ibiam International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach Akanu Ibiam International Airport from central Enugu, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking an early flight from Akanu Ibiam International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near ENU:
Arriving at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
Stay moments from the runway if you're touching down on a late Akanu Ibiam International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport flight. Peace Media Hotels is a good option near ABV. Or check in and enjoy some rest at Abi's Place before heading to your final destination.
Book a Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport rental car and see parts of the region that most travellers miss. Sixt and Fox - Rent A Car can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Abuja and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to central Abuja
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central Abuja. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Akanu Ibiam International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Abuja. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Akanu Ibiam 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).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ENU to ABV in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF) then.
Explore more of Nigeria
Kano is just one of the many cities in Nigeria waiting to be explored once you've seen Abuja. Around 354 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Emir's Palace, Gidan Makama Museum and Dala Hill.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Nigeria, consider Ibadan, about 434 kilometres south-west of Abuja. Agodi Gardens, Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower are key reasons to visit.
