Flying from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to Abuja Airport (ABV): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Abuja Airport is 4 hours 50 minutes.
Abuja is two hours behind Addis Ababa and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Take your pick of 14 weekly Addis Ababa Airport to Abuja Airport flights. The 09:25 departure with Ethiopian Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Ethiopian Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 09:30.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your ADD to ABV flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Ethiopian Airlines is your gateway to exploring Abuja (and perhaps some other great corners of Nigeria!). Browse the direct flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Abuja Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Ethiopian Airlines.
Ethiopian Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers ADD to ABV flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Addis Ababa Airport to Abuja Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between ADD and ABV include:
Cairo Airport
Aminu Kano Intl Airport
N'Djamena Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to Abuja Airport (ABV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Addis Ababa Airport to Abuja Airport flight is ر.ق. 1,888. A return plane ticket is currently ر.ق. 3,151. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ADD to ABV. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Abuja Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ADD to ABV by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Abuja Airport.
Handy information about Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
Of the departures from Addis Ababa Airport, 60% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near ADD? If you've booked an early flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Abuja Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Abuja Airport (ABV)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Addis Ababa Airport to Abuja Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ABV instead:
Pick up a Abuja Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Sixt and Fox - Rent A Car can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Abuja and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Abuja Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
When to fly to Abuja Airport (ABV)
The quietest month for a flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Abuja Airport is March, while December is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Abuja based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Abuja is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 39ºC. Lock in your flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Abuja Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ADD to ABV in January. Temperatures average between 19ºC and 37ºC then.
Explore more of Nigeria
Kano is just one of the many places in Nigeria waiting to be explored once you've seen Abuja. Around 354 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include DanMasanin Kano Palace, National Museum - Gidan Makama and Gidan Makama Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Nigeria, consider Ibadan, roughly 434 kilometres south-west of Abuja. Oyo State Cultural Centre, Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity are highlights.
