London to Abuja Flights

Planning a trip from London to Abuja? Whether you're travelling for business, attending diplomatic meetings, visiting family, or exploring Nigeria's capital city, Tripenger helps you compare flights and find the best fares from London to Abuja. As one of the UK's busiest routes to Nigeria's capital, London to Abuja offers a range of direct and one-stop flight options, giving travellers flexibility in both travel time and budget.

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Best dates to travel from London to Abuja

Best dates to travel from London to Abuja

Return-trip prices collected from different providers to help you find dates with cheaper flights for your next trip. Prices and availability can change, so check the latest fare before booking. Last collected on November 5, 2026.

All trip durations

  1. London → Abuja 28 days
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    Return
    $ 561.85Indicative return price
  2. London → Abuja 30 days
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    $ 561.85Indicative return price
  3. London → Abuja 28 days
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    Return
    $ 561.85Indicative return price
  4. London → Abuja 27 days
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    $ 561.85Indicative return price
  5. London → Abuja 26 days
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    $ 561.85Indicative return price

Cheapest dates we found for this trip length

  1. London → Abuja 9 days
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    $ 640.51Indicative return price
  2. London → Abuja 4 days
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    $ 640.51Indicative return price
  3. London → Abuja 9 days
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    $ 649.50Indicative return price

Cheapest dates we found for this trip length

  1. London → Abuja 18 days
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    $ 609.05Indicative return price
  2. London → Abuja 19 days
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    $ 609.05Indicative return price
  3. London → Abuja 16 days
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    $ 640.51Indicative return price
  4. London → Abuja 19 days
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    Return
    $ 640.51Indicative return price
  5. London → Abuja 11 days
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    $ 640.51Indicative return price

Cheapest dates we found for this trip length

  1. London → Abuja 28 days
    Departure
    Return
    $ 561.85Indicative return price
  2. London → Abuja 30 days
    Departure
    Return
    $ 561.85Indicative return price
  3. London → Abuja 28 days
    Departure
    Return
    $ 561.85Indicative return price
  4. London → Abuja 27 days
    Departure
    Return
    $ 561.85Indicative return price
  5. London → Abuja 26 days
    Departure
    Return
    $ 561.85Indicative return price

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Route Overview

Origin London, United Kingdom (Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton or London City Airport)
  • London City Airport London LCY
  • London Gatwick Airport London LGW
  • London Heathrow Airport London LHR
  • London Luton Airport London LTN
  • London Southend Airport London SEN
  • London Stansted Airport London STN
Destination Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV), Abuja, Nigeria
Distance Approximately 4,800 km (2,983 miles)
Average Flight Time from 6 hours 45 minutes
Cheapest Month to Fly February
Estimated Fare From $ 561.85 return
Busiest Month December

Flying from London to Abuja

London is one of Europe’s leading gateways to Nigeria, offering travellers a choice of direct and one-stop flights to Abuja throughout the year. Direct flights from London Heathrow provide the fastest journey, while connecting services through Frankfurt, Istanbul, Doha, Paris, Amsterdam, Casablanca, and Addis Ababa offer additional flexibility and competitive fares. Comparing airlines, baggage allowances, and departure dates can help you find the best option for your travel plans.

Direct Flights from London to Abuja

Direct flights between London Heathrow (LHR) and Abuja (ABV) are available, making this one of the quickest ways to travel between the United Kingdom and Nigeria. Non-stop flights typically take around 6 hours and 45 minutes, while connecting flights generally range from 9 to 13 hours, depending on the airline and stopover.

Popular Stopover Cities

Many London to Abuja flights connect through:

  • Frankfurt (Lufthansa)
  • Istanbul (Turkish Airlines)
  • Doha (Qatar Airways)
  • Amsterdam (KLM)
  • Paris (Air France)
  • Casablanca (Royal Air Maroc)
  • Addis Ababa (Ethiopian Airlines)

Choosing the right stopover can help balance travel time, airfare, and baggage allowances.

Airlines and Connections from London to Abuja

Based on current route reference data, these are possible airline and airport combinations serving London to Abuja.

  • Air Peace London (LGW) → Abuja (ABV) 2 routes
    • London (LHR) → Abuja (ABV)
  • British Airways London (LHR) → Abuja (ABV) 1 route
  • Air Algerie London (LHR) → Algiers (ALG) → Abuja (ABV) 2 routes
    • London (STN) → Algiers (ALG) → Abuja (ABV)
  • Royal Air Maroc London (LGW) → Casablanca (CMN) → Abuja (ABV) 4 routes
    • London (LHR) → Casablanca (CMN) → Abuja (ABV)
    • London (STN) → Casablanca (CMN) → Abuja (ABV)
    • London (LGW) → Tetuan (TTU) → Casablanca (CMN) → Abuja (ABV)
  • Ethiopian Airlines London (LGW) → Addis Ababa (ADD) → Abuja (ABV) 2 routes
    • London (LHR) → Addis Ababa (ADD) → Abuja (ABV)
  • Qatar Airways London (LGW) → Doha (DOH) → Abuja (ABV) 1 route
  • Lufthansa London (STN) → Munich (MUC) → Frankfurt (FRA) → Abuja (ABV) 1 route

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Best Time to Fly This Route

Flight prices on the London to Abuja route fluctuate throughout the year. December is generally the busiest month as many Nigerians living in the UK return home for Christmas and New Year celebrations. Demand also increases during Easter, school holidays, and major public holidays. For lower fares, consider travelling during February, March, or September. Booking two to four months in advance can often help secure more competitive prices. Tripenger helps travellers compare London to Abuja flights across leading airlines and trusted travel providers. Search available fares, compare direct and connecting flights, and book the option that best suits your travel dates and budget.

Things to Do in Abuja

Abuja is Nigeria's capital city and the country's political and administrative centre. Known for its modern road network, impressive architecture, and well-planned layout, Abuja is home to government ministries, foreign embassies, international organisations, and a growing business community. Visitors can explore Aso Rock, Millennium Park, Jabi Lake, the Nigerian National Mosque, and the National Christian Centre. Abuja also serves as an important domestic aviation hub, making it easy to connect to cities such as Lagos, Port Harcourt, Kano, Enugu, and Calabar.

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