Flying from Benin City Airport (BNI) to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV): what you need to know
Abuja's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Benin City.
To ensure you catch your BNI to ABV flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Benin City Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, so getting to Abuja (and then discovering more of Nigeria!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most travellers choose to fly with NG Eagle on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Benin City Airport (BNI) to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Benin City Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport flight is ر.ق. 299. A round-trip ticket is currently ر.ق. 556. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from BNI to ABV, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Benin City Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Benin City Airport (BNI)
To reach Benin City Airport from central Benin City, it takes around 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BNI? If you're boarding an early flight from Benin City Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
Few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've landed on a late Benin City Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport flight. Peace Media Hotels and Abi's Place are comfortable options near ABV.
Travel beyond Abuja and discover places that are off the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport rental car from popular outlets like Sixt or Fox - Rent A Car.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to central Abuja
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Abuja. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Benin City Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Abuja. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Benin City Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport for March if you want to visit Abuja during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 39ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BNI to ABV in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC and 37ºC then.
Explore more of Nigeria
You've visited Abuja, now it's time to explore other corners of Nigeria. Journey about 354 kilometres north to Kano to tick off its must-visit sights. From Emir's Palace to Gidan Makama Museum and Dala Hill, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Abuja, Ibadan is another essential stop in Nigeria. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Agodi Gardens, Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower.
