Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Abuja Airport (ABV): what you need to know
Abuja's timezone is UTC+1, making Abuja one hour ahead of Manchester.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your MAN to ABV flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Abuja Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAN and ABV:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Mohammed V Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Abuja Airport (ABV)
Currently, $523 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Abuja Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $971. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from MAN to ABV, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Manchester Airport to Abuja Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of the departures from Manchester Airport, 65% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to MAN? If you're boarding an early flight from Manchester Airport to Abuja Airport, these accommodation options will put 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 getting in late on a Manchester Airport to Abuja Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ABV instead:
Line up a Abuja Airport rental car from top outlets like Sixt or Fox - Rent A Car. With your own wheels, you can venture farther out of Abuja and explore places most visitors tend to miss.
Reserving your ride from Abuja Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Abuja Airport (ABV) to central Abuja
Abuja Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Abuja. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Abuja Airport (ABV)
The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to Abuja Airport is March, while December is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Abuja based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Manchester Airport to Abuja Airport for March if you want to explore Abuja during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to ABV in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF) then.
Explore more of Nigeria
Abuja has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Nigeria waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres north of Abuja, a trip to Kano will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like DanMasanin Kano Palace, National Museum - Gidan Makama and Gidan Makama Museum.
If you want to check out another great destination in Nigeria, head for Ibadan, about 434 kilometres south-west of Abuja. Oyo State Cultural Centre, Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity are among the biggest draws.
