Cheap Flights To Abuja, Nigeria

Travel guide:

Abuja is the capital and one of the properly planned modern cities of Nigeria, Africa. It is the political and administrative heart of Nigeria. Abuja is divided into two parts; first part consists of the government-related offices while the other part provides housing, shopping facilities, etc.

Abuja is a beautiful city. There are some fine museums, monuments and other landmarks to visit. You can buy colorful local paintings at cheap rates. There held many vibrant and colorful festivals. You can also attend educational fairs and conferences. Here is general information to help you in planning your cheap flights to Abuja.

How is the weather like in Abuja?

There is tropical wet and dry climate in Abuja. There are mainly two seasons, a wet and a dry season. There is winter season from December through February with rainfalls and snowfalls. January is the coldest month in Abuja while February through April is the windiest months. April, May, and June are the hottest months. There is 1.68cm rain fall every year during the month of May. The weather in July, August, and September is pleasant and these months are the rainiest months in Abuja. According to past year record, there is 12.03cm rainfall during July, 13.76cm rainfall during August and 5.81cm rainfall every year during the month of September. The weather is pleasant during the months of October, November, and December. There are very few chances of rainfall during this time period.

What is the best time to fly to Abuja?

If you are looking to travel to Abuja during the holiday and festival calendar, then it is best to book your tickets early to avoid the price hike. Here is the general information about the peak and offseason to help you in planning your cheap flights to Abuja.

(Peak season):

January through March is the peak season to fly to Abuja. So there is the possibility of large crowds and price hike. So it is better to set off your cheap flights to Abuja during late November to late January or in the last week of December. This is the best time of the year for visiting the city for outdoor tourist activities. It is the opportune time to make your holidays memorable because weather during these months is clear, and there are mostly rainless days so you can easily explore the city.

The second busiest months sits from late October to mid-March, and in the last week of January. It is the best time for those who are looking for the warm time to visit Abuja. It is a perfect time for enjoying water-based activities. There is no rainfall and weather is mostly clear.

March through May is a low season, but it can be a suitable time for those who are looking for deals. 

(Offseason):

July, August, and September are the rainiest months. So it is better to avoid visiting Abuja during these months as you might face some difficulties due to rain. Many tourists’ attractions are inaccessible during this time period. So there is little chance of exploring the city. There are few people who prefer visiting Abuja during the rainy season for a better weather condition.

Best time to book:

You’ll find the cheapest flights from London, United Kingdom to Abuja around March. It is better to reserve your flight tickets a few months earlier. The survey report shows that Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays are often the best days to book flights from London, United Kingdom to Abuja while cheapest day to fly from London to Abuja is Tuesday.

Flight duration:

The flight distance from London to Abuja is approximately 4,771 kilometers. And the average flight duration from London, United Kingdom to Abuja is approximately 6 hours and 10 minutes.

Getting to and around the city of Abuja:

Taxi and bus service is available for going around the city with the average cost of $0.5 for buses and $1 for taxis. You also have the option of walking around like a local.

Attraction:

Abuja is a beautiful city. There are many tourist attractions such as Abuja Arts and Crafts Village, National Council for Arts and Culture, Lokogoma Junction (a historical landmark), and Aso Rock.

There are so many parks including National Park Service, Julius Berger Water Front Park, Almond Parks & Gardens, and Magic land Abuja. There are perfect spots to go with families such as Tobix Recreational Park and Garden, The Abuja Millennium Park, and Abuja Children's Park and Zoo.

It can't be said that you've ever been to Abuja unless you see ?the Abuja National Mosque, ?the Anglican Church of Nigeria, the Zuma Rock, and the Jabi Lake.

Activities:

You can go shopping at Wuse Market. Here you can find anything on from fresh food to clothes, music, and electronics, cheap rates. Or you can also visit Art & Craft village, or Silverbird Cinema, and Silverbird/Shoprite mall.

Special events:

There are several local festivals in Abuja celebrated with great zeal every year such as The Jazz music festival. Other events are The Nigerian Satire Festival, Abuja International Film Festival Events, Nigeria Upstream and Downstream Exhibition, Peel and Win Cards Promo Events, and Abuja FCT Nigeria Carnival and Parades.

There also held many educational fairs such as Abuja Student International Recruitment Fair, Worldview Education Fair, Abuja International Motor Fair, Canadian Education Fair, America International Education Fair, and Annual National Mathematics Competition.

Insider Information:

Here is the general information about the Abuja city that can help you when you are there. You need not worry about transportation when you are at Abuja airport because there are authorized transportation services available at the airport to convey you to your preferred destination. Banks are available at the airport where you can exchange your currency.

There is strict driving law according to which seat belts are required for both the driver and front seat passenger. Failure to obey this law leads to significant inconveniences. So don’t forget to fasten your seatbelt.

Enjoy your trip!