Flying from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
London is one hour behind Abuja and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your ABV to LGW flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between ABV and LGW:
Mohamed V International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Kotoka International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight is ر.ق. 1,448. A return ticket is currently ر.ق. 1,764. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ABV to LGW if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to London Gatwick Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
64.23% of flights that depart Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Abuja to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to London Gatwick Airport? Peace Media Hotels and Abi's Place are near ABV. They're a particularly great choice if you're jetting out early.
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you're coming in on a late Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near LGW:
Grab a London Gatwick Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia are leading providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from London Gatwick Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to the centre of London has a drive time of about 1 hour 20 minutes. It's approximately 80 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. August is the busiest month to head to London. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to London Gatwick Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ABV to LGW in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
