Travelling from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Ottawa. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) departing from here.
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is located in Abuja. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is five hours ahead of Ottawa.
Your flight from Ottawa to ABV won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
YND is around 24 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 40 minutes.
If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) at Meilleure Auberge. Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport is another handy option near Ottawa Gatineau Airport.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Ottawa to YOW in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 13 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport the day before your Ottawa to ABV flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 58.21%.
The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
About Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
Stay moments from the tarmac after your flight from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. Peace Media Hotels is a comfortable option close to ABV. Or check in and recharge your batteries at Abis Place before continuing to your final destination.
Pick up the keys to a Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport rental car from top outlets like Sixt or Fox - Rent A Car. With your own set of wheels, you can travel beyond Abuja and explore places most visitors tend to miss.
For the best deal, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
Currently, $1,008 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,760. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Ottawa to ABV. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Ottawa to ABV.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
June is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV). Visit Abuja in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Abuja is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 39ºC. Lock in your Ottawa to ABV flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in January when temperatures are between 19ºC and 37ºC.
More about Abuja
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Abuja right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Abuja when you're in the mood to sightsee. Make your way to Jabi Lake followed by Abuja panoramic view and Aso Rock.
Explore more of Nigeria
Kaduna is just one of the many places in Nigeria waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Abuja. Around 177 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include AREWA House, Juma'at Central Mosque and AHMADIYYA MOSQUE KADUNA.
Around 241 kilometres north of Abuja, Zaria is another essential stop in Nigeria. Start your sightseeing at St Mary's Catholic Church, Zaria City Wall, Zaria, Kaduna State and Kufena Rock.
