Flying from London to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN): what you need to know
When organising your flight from London to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN), you'll have a good selection of airports to take off from. Consider London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
The timezone in Kano is UTC+1, which is 1 hour ahead of London. Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport is located in Kano.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to KAN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from London to KAN. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
From the centre of London, LHR is approximately 31 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Want a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between London Gatwick Airport and KAN:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to KAN:
About Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN)
If you have a late flight from London to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near KAN:
Getting from Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN) to central Kano
Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport to the centre of Kano takes around 27 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport is 330 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 611 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from London to KAN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool to compare the prices of tickets from London to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport across each month. We've made the lowest fares green, so you can easily choose a flight your budget will love.
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The best time to fly from London to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN)
July is the most popular month for flights from London to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Kano in February when things are quieter.
Before booking a flight from London to KAN, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Kano, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 42ºC.
Look for cheap flights from London to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 33ºC on average.
More about Kano
Once you've booked your flight from London to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kano:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Kano is to visit its popular attractions. Highlights include Emir's Palace, Gidan Makama Museum and Dala Hill.
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