Flying from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Johannesburg is one hour ahead of Abuja, where Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is located. Johannesburg follows the UTC+2 timezone.
To avoid missing your ABV to Johannesburg flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from ABV to Johannesburg with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
ABV is about 26 kilometres from central Abuja. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Johannesburg? Peace Media Hotels and Abis Place are near ABV. They're an especially good choice if you have an early flight out.
64.23% of flights taking off from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Johannesburg
₹ 62,992 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Johannesburg flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ₹ 75,029. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from ABV to Johannesburg. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 29 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near JNB if you're coming in on a late flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Johannesburg. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from ABV to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. After your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Johannesburg, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near HLA. Unwind and get cosy after your ABV to Johannesburg flight at one of these perfectly located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and be off and running.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HLA will save you money.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Plan your trip to Johannesburg during the high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Johannesburg during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket with a departure in January to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ABV to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 20ºC.
More about Johannesburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Johannesburg right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Johannesburg:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are top attractions which should be on any good Johannesburg itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered after you've seen Johannesburg. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
Around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg, Bloemfontein is another essential stop in South Africa. Start your sightseeing at Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.
