Flying from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN): what you need to know
Abuja and Kano are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
Your ABV to KAN flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport. When you're ready to start your Kano holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this memorable corner of Nigeria:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is NG Eagle.
Qatar Airways leads the way as the most punctual carrier for ABV to KAN flights, with 89.47% of its services landing as scheduled.
Opt for a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport. King Abdulaziz International Airport is a popular stopover on the ABV to KAN route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN)
$132 is the lowest price for a one-way Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $294. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ABV to KAN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport.
Handy information about Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
When it comes to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 64.23% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Abuja. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport? Stay at a hotel close to ABV, such as Peace Media Hotels. Abi's Place will also put you moments from the departure gate.
Arriving at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN)
Reserve a hotel close to KAN if you have a late Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN) to central Kano
Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport to the centre of Kano has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When to fly to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Kano. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Kano, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ABV to KAN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nigeria
You've visited Kano, now it's time to explore more of Nigeria. Journey around 209 kilometres south-west to Kaduna to check off its top attractions. From K.A.D.P Birnin Gwari Zonal Area Office to Mutunci Company Nigeria Ltd and Amyz Re ort and Park, your itinerary will be busy.
Maiduguri is another standout destination in Nigeria and is around 499 kilometres east of Kano. No trip is complete without a visit to Chad Basin National Park, Borno State Museum and Kofa biyu Maiduguri.
