Travelling from Port Harcourt Airport (PHC) to Abuja Airport (ABV): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Port Harcourt Airport to Abuja Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Port Harcourt and Abuja follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
You can choose from 40 weekly Port Harcourt Airport to Abuja Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PHC to ABV flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is United Nigeria Airlines.
Among carriers operating PHC to ABV flights, Lufthansa leads the way for on-time arrivals.
Handy information about Port Harcourt Airport (PHC)
Of all flights leaving Port Harcourt Airport, 72% touch down on time at their destination.
Port Harcourt Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Port Harcourt. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you want a place to stay before your flight from Port Harcourt Airport to Abuja Airport, take a look at Charleson Luxury Hotel. It's a quick drive from PHC.
Arriving at Abuja Airport (ABV)
If you're getting in on a late Port Harcourt Airport to Abuja Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near ABV:
Pick up a Abuja Airport rental car and check out destinations off the typical tourist track. Sixt and Fox - Rent A Car can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Abuja and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Abuja Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Abuja Airport (ABV) to central Abuja
Abuja Airport to the centre of Abuja has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Abuja Airport (ABV)
December is the most popular month for flights from Port Harcourt Airport to Abuja Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Abuja in March.
Book your flight from Port Harcourt Airport to Abuja Airport for March if you'd like to visit Abuja during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PHC to ABV in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nigeria
Abuja is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Nigeria you should also see. About 354 kilometres north of Abuja, a visit to Kano will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like DanMasanin Kano Palace, National Museum - Gidan Makama and Gidan Makama Museum.
Ibadan is another well-known destination in Nigeria and is around 434 kilometres south-west of Abuja. No journey is complete without experiencing Oyo State Cultural Centre, Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity.