Traveling from Accra Airport (ACC) to Abuja Airport (ABV): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Accra Airport to Abuja Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Abuja is one hour ahead of Accra and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Every week, there are 13 Accra Airport to Abuja Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your ACC to ABV flight.
Traveling during a peak time like December? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines 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.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with United Nigeria Airlines on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Accra Airport to Abuja Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between ACC and ABV:
Istanbul Airport
Hamad International Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Accra Airport (ACC) to Abuja Airport (ABV)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Accra Airport to Abuja Airport flight is AED 754. A round-trip plane ticket is currently AED 1,582. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from ACC to ABV.
The cheapest month for flights from Accra Airport to Abuja Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ACC to ABV by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Accra Airport to Abuja Airport.
Handy information about Accra Airport (ACC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Accra Airport, data shows 64% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Accra to Accra Airport is around 10 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to ACC? If you're boarding an early flight from Accra Airport to Abuja Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Abuja Airport (ABV)
Reserve a hotel close to ABV if you have a late Accra Airport to Abuja Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Abuja Airport rental car from outlets like Sixt or Fox - Rent A Car. With your own wheels, you can travel beyond Abuja and visit places that usually fly under the radar.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Abuja Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Abuja Airport (ABV) to central Abuja
Abuja Airport to the center of Abuja has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometers away.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Abuja Airport (ABV)
December is the busiest month for flights from Accra Airport to Abuja Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Abuja in March.
Lock in your flight from Accra Airport to Abuja Airport for March if you'd like to explore Abuja during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ACC to ABV around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Nigeria
You've visited Abuja, now it's time to explore other corners of Nigeria. Travel around 354 kilometers north to Kano to tick off its popular sights. From DanMasanin Kano Palace to National Museum - Gidan Makama and Gidan Makama Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Ibadan is another essential stop in Nigeria and is around 434 kilometers south-west of Abuja. No journey is complete without dropping by Oyo State Cultural Centre, Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity.